There are many types of cancers. Researchers are still trying to find the exact causes behind this condition. However, a number of studies have indicated that a person’s food choices can increase or decrease their risk of developing cancer. Fortunately, certain foods are known to be full of nutrients that can lower the chances of cancer in most people. Below is a list of foods that can reduce the risk of cancer.

Garlic
Garlic contains an active compound known as allicin, which is known to have anti-cancer properties. One study indicated that people who ate allicin-containing vegetables had a lower risk of stomach cancer. Try to include two to five grams (or one clove) of garlic in your meals daily to reduce cancer risk.

Broccoli
Broccoli contains sulforaphane. This is a plant compound that may have strong anti-cancer properties. Some studies also show that consuming broccoli can lower the risk of certain cancers such as colorectal.

Berries
These tiny fruits are loaded with antioxidants that can prevent various types of cancer, including colorectal and esophageal. Some excellent berries to eat include goji berries, raspberries, strawberries, and blackberries. 

Turmeric
This yellow spice contains an active ingredient called curcumin. Curcumin may inhibit some kinds of cancer cells and even slow the spread of cancer or shrink tumors. 

Green tea
Green tea is brimful of potent antioxidants and also contains epigallocatechin 3-gallate (EGCG). Nutrients in green tea may help prevent breast, liver, skin, esophageal, lung, and pancreatic cancer. 

Tomatoes
Tomatoes are packed with a powerful antioxidant called lycopene. Studies show that lycopene can protect against the development of prostate and lung cancer. 

Those already diagnosed with cancer should try to incorporate all the above foods into their meal plan. Additionally, doctors may prescribe them the following medications and therapies.

Lumakras
In 2021, the FDA approved Lumakas as a therapy option for KRAS G12C mutated lung cancer, referred to as non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). 

Neulasta
Cancer treatments, like chemotherapy, can reduce white blood cell count, increasing the risk of infections. Neulasta contains a man-made form of protein that stimulates the growth of white blood cells. 

Ibrutinib
Ibrutinib, commonly sold under the brand name Imbruvica, can treat various forms of lymphoma and leukemia. 

Venclexta
Venclexta is prescribed for the treatment of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), small lymphocytic leukemia (SLL), and acute myeloid leukemia (AML). 

Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy
CAR T-cell therapy involves taking T cells from a patient’s blood and modifying them in the laboratory, so they will attack cancer cells.