MIAMI – There isn't a food or diet proven to prevent breast cancer, but obesity does increase the risk of diagnosis, so desserts and sugar-sweetened beverages should be limited, according to The American Cancer Society.
The immune system may help to fight cancer, but it isn't enough to get rid of cancer altogether. As a complementary strategy, experts recommend eating mostly vegetables, fruits and whole grains, which have lower fat content and higher fiber.
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Here is a list of 10 apps to help you improve your diet:
1. Thrive Market offers budget-friendly wholesale prices to organic and healthy options. Cost: Free. Download here: iTunes | Google Play
2. ShopWell allows users to scan items to assess how healthy it will be for you. Cost: Free. Download here: iTunes | Google Play
3. Is My Food Safe?: It helps users manage expiration dates, safe temperatures and other food safety tips. Cost: Free. Download here: iTunes | Google Play
4. Healthy Out: This app helps users find low carb options in restaurants across the country. Cost: . Download here: iTunes | Google Play
5. Lifesum: This app helps users track habits and provide regular tips depending on the personal goals recorded. Cost: . Download here: iTunes | Google Play
6. FatSecret has a food diary that includes pictures and bar code scanning features. Cost: Free. Download here: iTunes | Google Play
7. YAZIO offers a calorie counter and trackers for blood pressure and blood sugar. Cost Free. Download here: iTunes | Google Play
8. My Diet Coach has an avatar, reminders, a diet diary, challenges, rewards and reminders. Cost: about $5. Download here: iTunes | Google Play
9. Water Your Body helps you track water consumption and target. Cost: Free. Download here: Google Play
10. iDrated helps you track water consumption and target. Cost: Free. Download here: iTunes
QUICK LESSON :John Hopkins lists the following foods as containing "cancer-fighting" phytochemicals:
Vegetables: Broccoli sprouts, mustard, horseradish, tomatoes, garlic, green tea, and onions.
Fruits: Most fruits, especially the dark yellow, orange and green.