This site is inspired by the work of David Servan-Schreiber and scientific literature on nutrition and cancer prevention. It does not replace medical advice and does not constitute a treatment.

Anti-cancer foods

Foods identified by scientific research for their action on cancer mechanisms

🍵Strong evidence

Green Tea

EGCG (épigallocatéchine-3-gallate)Polyphénols+1
🟡Strong evidence

Turmeric

Curcumine
🥦Strong evidence

Broccoli & cruciferous vegetables

SulforaphaneIndole-3-carbinol+1
🧄Strong evidence

Garlic

Diallyl disulfideAlliin+2
🫘Strong evidence

Soy

GénistéineDaidzéine+2
🫒Strong evidence

Olive oil

PolyphénolsHydroxytyrosol+3
🍓Strong evidence

Strawberries, raspberries & blackberries

Ellagic acidPolyphenols+2
🍄Strong evidence

Medicinal mushrooms

LentinanePolysaccharides+1
🍅Moderate evidence

Tomatoes

LycopèneVitamines A+1
🐟Strong evidence

Omega-3

EPA (acide eicosapentaénoïque)DHA (acide docosahexaénoïque)+1
🫚Moderate evidence

Ginger

GingérolShogaol
🍷Moderate evidence

Red wine

ResvératrolPolyphénols+1
🍫Moderate evidence

Dark chocolate

PolyphénolsFlavonoïdes+1
🥕Moderate evidence

Carotene-rich vegetables

Bêta-carotèneVitamines A+1
☀️Strong evidence

Vitamin D

Vitamine D3 (cholécalciférol)
🍎Moderate evidence

Pomegranate juice

Acide ellagiqueTanins+1
🍊Moderate evidence

Citrus fruits

FlavonoïdesLimonènes+1
🌿Moderate evidence

Sea vegetables

FucoïdaneIode+1
🥜Moderate evidence

Walnuts & hazelnuts

Plant omega-3 (ALA)Ellagic acid (pecans)+3
🥛Moderate evidence

Probiotics & fermented foods

Lactobacillus acidophilusLactobacillus bifidus+1
🌿Moderate evidence

Herbs & aromatic spices

Carnosol (romarin)Acides phénoliques (thym)+1
🐠Moderate evidence

Selenium-rich foods

Sélénium organique
🍑Promising

Stone fruits

Acide chlorogéniqueQuercétine+1
🌾Strong evidence

Whole grains & legumes

FibresIndex glycémique bas+2
🌱Strong evidence

Leek, shallot & chives

KaempferolQuercetin+2
🌾Strong evidence

Flaxseeds

ALA (plant omega-3)Lignans (phytoestrogens)+1
🥬Moderate evidence

Spinach & leafy green vegetables

MagnesiumFolate (vitamin B9)+3
🧅Strong evidence

Onion

QuercetinKaempferol+2
🍵Strong evidence

Matcha

EGCG (×10 concentration vs green tea)L-Theanine+1
🫐Strong evidence

Blueberries & lingonberries

PterostilbeneAnthocyanins+2
🌶️Strong evidence

Black pepper

Piperine