5. Curcumin

Curcumin known as turmeric is the bright yellow spice that gives curry dishes their distinctive taste and color. It is also known for having anti-inflammatory effects that can fight cancer by suppress the inflammation and prevent the transformation and proliferation of cancer cells.. Inflammation is a factor in the development of pretty much all diseases, and cancer is no exception.

It’s being explored as a cancer treatment in part because inflammation appears to play a role in cancer. Laboratory and animal research suggests that curcumin may prevent cancer, slow the spread of cancer, make chemotherapy more effective and protect healthy cells from damage by radiation therapy.

Perhaps best at reducing the risk of bladder and gastrointestinal cancers, researchers nonetheless insist that no cancer is immune from curcumin’s effects. Dried and powdered curcumin can be sprinkled into all sorts of savory dishes to provide a little Indian flair along with cancer protection.