Deepa Choudhary Deepa Choudhary Asked 5 months ago

What vegetables cause cancer?

I was having a conversation with a friend, and she mentioned some vegetables might actually cause cancer. Is this true? I'm quite worried now; what vegetables should I be careful about?

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Vijay Menon Vijay Menon Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago
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From what I've heard and my personal understanding, no common vegetable *causes* cancer. In fact, many vegetables are known for their anti-cancer properties. It's usually processed foods, unhealthy lifestyles, and certain chemicals that are linked to increased risk, not healthy vegetables.

Seema Sharma Seema Sharma Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

This is a serious question, and you shouldn't rely on random info. Generally, vegetables are good for health. No specific vegetable *causes* cancer. In fact, many are protective. If you have concerns, or family history, please, please consult an oncologist or a specialized doctor. Don't risk it.

Smita Joshi Smita Joshi Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Arre, vegetables cancer kaise cause kar sakte hain, ho na? Ulti baat hai. Zyada vegetables khana toh cancer se bachata hai, doctors bolte hain. Processed food ya unhealthy living se hota hai. Healthy khaana best hai.

Seema Devi Seema Devi Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Please don't worry about vegetables causing cancer. That's simply not true, my child. We feed our kids plenty of vegetables because they are healthy. In fact, they protect us from many diseases. It's a balanced diet with lots of fruits and vegetables that keeps us healthy. Just ensure they are washed properly.

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Consult a radiation oncologist

Prakash Reddy Prakash Reddy Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

This is a myth. Vegetables don't cause cancer, they actually help prevent it. Don't fall for misinformation online. Focus on getting enough fresh, affordable vegetables in your diet. It's a much better use of your time and money than worrying about baseless claims.

Priya Reddy Priya Reddy Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Actually, no vegetable directly causes cancer. In fact, vegetables are packed with antioxidants and fiber that help *prevent* cancer. The problem usually lies with cooking methods (like charring or deep frying), pesticides (so wash them well!), or overall unhealthy diet patterns, not the veggies themselves.

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