Oncologist Vorobyov named products that will help protect against cancer

Oranges, blueberries, green tea and a number of other foods containing flavonoids help protect the human body from cancer. This was announced on Tuesday, September 6, by oncologist Andrey Vorobyov in an interview with MedikForum.

In a special study that was released recently, scientists have found a link between food and the likelihood of cancer. So, according to experts, products containing flavonoids turned out to be an effective way of prevention.

“Flavonoids are a type of polyphonic secondary metabolite found in plants,” Vorobyov said. He explained that these substances are a group of compounds found in common fruits and vegetables.

For the prevention of cancer, the doctor advised to eat oranges and apples. They are recommended to be eaten on a daily basis. In addition, it is worth including more blueberries and broccoli in the diet, as well as green tea.

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