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Cancers They’re Linked To
High legume intake is associated with reduced risk of:
Colorectal cancer
Breast cancer
Digestive tract cancers
How to Eat Them
Add lentils to soups and stews
Use chickpeas in salads or hummus
Swap beans for meat in some meals
Try black bean or lentil bowls
Aim for at least 3–4 servings per week, or more if plant-based.
6. Green Tea
Green tea is one of the most studied beverages in the world when it comes to cancer prevention.
Why It’s Powerful
Green tea contains catechins, especially:
EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate)
EGCG has been shown to:
Reduce oxidative stress
Inhibit cancer cell growth in lab studies
Support DNA repair
Reduce inflammation
Cancers It’s Linked To
Green tea consumption has been linked to lower risk of:
Breast cancer
Prostate cancer
Liver cancer
Colorectal cancer
How to Drink It
Drink 2–4 cups per day
