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.

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Whole grains & legumes

Strong evidence

Active compounds

FibresIndex glycémique basLignanesProtéines végétales

Targeted cancers

colongeneral

Anti-cancer actions

  • ✦Low glycemic index — reduces pro-inflammatory insulin and IGF
  • ✦Fibers feed the protective microbiome
  • ✦Replace refined carbohydrates that 'feed cancer'

How to prepare it

Multigrain bread, natural sourdough bread, brown rice (or basmati/Thai rice), quinoa, bulgur. Lentils, chickpeas, dried beans, peas, mung beans. The latter are also excellent sources of plant protein.

Recommended dosage

Foundation of the diet — replace refined grains.

⚗️ Food synergies

These foods potentiate the effects of Whole grains & legumes

🥛Probiotics & fermented foods

🍳 Recipes with Whole grains & legumes

🍛Lentil curry with turmeric and ginger🫙Quinoa bowl with roasted vegetables and tahini-turmeric sauce🌅Complete anticancer breakfast

Scientific sources

  • —Studies on glycemic index and tumor growth factors (IGF)
  • —WCRF Report 2007