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Fighting the BIG ‘C’

Pure Himalayan salt is harvested from Pakistan’s Khewra Salt Mine, the second largest salt mine in the world. It contains more than 80 essential minerals — including calcium, iron, potassium and magnesium — and has lower amounts of sodium than regular salt. There are no contaminants.

Himalayan salt has numerous health benefits. It improves your body’s pH balance, helps your body maintain intracellular water levels, improves nervous system function, enhances nutrient absorption and minimizes fluid retention.

Large studies have revealed that those who eat garlic regularly are less likely to develop esophagus, stomach and colon cancer.

2 Berries

Blueberries, strawberries and blackberries contain powerful antioxidants that can halt bodily processes that create free radicals which damage your cells.

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3 Tomatoes

Research has indicated tomatoes can reduce a man’s chance of getting prostate cancer. Tomatoes contain a high amount of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant.

4 Cruciferous Vegetables

Broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower are believed to help shield people from cancer-causing chemicals, slow the growth of tumors and even encourage cancer cells to die.

5 Green Tea

This drink contains catechins, a group of antioxidants that have been found to shrink tumors and reduce tumor cell growth in lab studies.

6 Whole Grains

Oatmeal, barley, brown rice and whole-wheat bread contain lots of fiber and antioxidants. A large study of 500,000 people found that eating more whole grains may lower the risk of colorectal cancer.

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8 Leafy Green Veggies

Spinach, collard greens, lettuce and mustard greens contain a good amount of the antioxidants beta-carotene and lutein. These green vegetables may limit the growth of some kinds of cancer cells, according to the American Institute for Cancer Research.

This orange-colored spice contains an ingredient called curcumin, which has been found in lab studies to inhibit certain kinds of cancer cells. It has also shrunk tumors in some animals.

9 Grapes

The skin on red grapes is a rich source of an antioxidant called resveratrol, which the National Cancer Institute says may be useful in keeping cancer from occurring or spreading.

10 Beans

Pinto and kidney beans contain antioxidants and fiber. The American Cancer Society says eating a high-fiber diet can help reduce risk of cancer.

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