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Stop Eating Junk food to prevent Cancer ? Here is what experts want you to Know.

Published : 12 March, 2026


Dr. Indu Aggarwal (Head of Department, Preventive Oncology, RGCIRC) clarifies that while completely eliminating junk food does not guarantee cancer prevention, reducing ultra-processed foods significantly lowers risk by preventing obesity and chronic inflammation. She emphasizes that cancer is a complex disease driven by a combination of genetics, environment, and lifestyle, and warns against the dangerous myth that extreme starvation or “detox” diets can kill cancer cells. Instead, a protective approach involves a balanced diet of whole grains and lean proteins combined with regular exercise, avoiding tobacco, and routine medical screenings.

 

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