Cancer food

 “A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctor’s book.” – Irish proverb

Sugar and Refined Carbs

Processed foods that are high in sugar and low in fiber and nutrients have been linked to a higher cancer risk

In particular, researchers have found that a diet that causes blood glucose levels to spike is associated with an increased risk of several cancers, including stomach, breast and colorectal cancers

It’s thought that higher levels of blood glucose and insulin are cancer risk factors. Insulin has been shown to stimulate cell division, supporting the growth and spread of cancer cells and making them more difficult to eliminate 

Processed Meat

Processed meat refers to meat that has been treated to preserve flavor by undergoing salting, curing or smoking. It includes hot dogs, ham, bacon, chorizo, salami and some deli meats.(3)

Observational studies have found an association between consuming processed meat and an increased cancer risk, particularly colorectal cancer 

A large review of studies found that people who ate large amounts of processed meat had a 20–50% increased risk of colorectal cancer, compared to those who ate very little or none of this type of food

Overcooked Food

Cooking certain foods at high temperatures, such as grilling, frying, sautéing, broiling and barbequing, can produce harmful compounds like heterocyclic amines (HA) and advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) (1)

Excess buildup of these harmful compounds can contribute to inflammation and may play a role in the development of cancer and other diseases

To minimize cancer risk, avoid burning food and choose gentler cooking methods, especially when cooking meat, such as steaming, stewing or boiling. Marinating food can also help (2)

Dairy

Several observational studies have indicated that high dairy consumption may increase the risk of prostate cancer 

One study followed almost 4,000 men with prostate cancer. Results showed that high intakes of whole milk increased the risk of disease progression and death