Nutrient Database

Evidence-graded nutrients and natural compounds studied for cancer prevention. Each entry shows its evidence grade and the cancer types it has been studied for.

Anthocyanin

Also known as: Flavylium, Enocyanin

Plant pigments found in berries and red-purple fruits, studied for their potent antioxidant and anticancer properties.

Found in: Mulberry, Black elderberry, Blackcurrant

Beta-Carotene

Also known as: β-Carotene, Provitamin A, Food Orange 5, Solatene

A provitamin A carotenoid found in orange and green vegetables, studied for its antioxidant and immune-supporting effects.

Found in: Sweet potato, Carrot, Kale

Curcumin

Also known as: Diferuloylmethane, Natural Yellow 3, Turmeric Yellow

The active compound in turmeric, studied for its anti-inflammatory properties and ability to induce cancer cell death.

Found in: Pure turmeric powder, Generic turmeric powder, Curry powder

DHA

Also known as: Docosahexaenoic Acid, Doconexent, Cervonic acid

An omega-3 fatty acid found in fatty fish, studied for its anti-inflammatory effects and role in cancer prevention.

Found in: Salmon oil, Cod liver oil, Sardine oil

EGCG

Also known as: Epigallocatechin Gallate, Epigallocatechin-3-gallate, (-)-epigallocatechin-3-gallate

The most abundant catechin in green tea, studied for its antioxidant activity and potential to inhibit cancer cell growth.

Found in: Green tea, White tea, Black tea

EPA

Also known as: Eicosapentaenoic Acid, Timnodonic acid, Icosapentaenoic acid

An omega-3 fatty acid found in fish oils, studied for its anti-inflammatory and antitumour properties in cancer prevention.

Found in: Salmon oil, Menhaden oil, Sardine oil

Folic Acid

Also known as: Vitamin B9, Folacin, Folate, 5-methyltetrahydrofolate, 5-MTHF

A B vitamin found in legumes and dark greens, with a complex and debated role in cancer prevention and development.

Found in: Edamame, Lentils, Asparagus

Genistein

Also known as: Genestein, Prunetol, Genisterin, Bonistein, Genisteol

A plant-derived phytoestrogen found in soy, studied for its ability to inhibit cancer cell growth and angiogenesis.

Found in: Soybeans (mature), Miso, Red clover

Indole-3-Carbinol

Also known as: I3C, 3-hydroxymethyl indole, Indole-3-methanol

A compound from cruciferous vegetables, studied for its anticarcinogenic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Found in: Brussels sprouts (raw), Brussels sprouts (cooked), Broccoli (raw)

Lentinan

Also known as: Shiitake, Lentinus edodes, Hua gu

A compound derived from shiitake mushrooms, used in Japan as an adjuvant cancer therapy for its immune-stimulating effects.

Found in: Shiitake mushrooms (fresh), Shiitake mushrooms (dried)

Lycopene

Also known as: Rhodopurpurin, Non-provitamin A carotenoid

A carotenoid responsible for the red color in tomatoes, studied for its antioxidant potential in cancer prevention.

Found in: Tomato paste, Guava (raw), Watermelon (raw)

Melatonin

Also known as: 5-methoxy-N-acetyltryptamine

A hormone produced in the brain that regulates circadian rhythms, studied for its potential anticarcinogenic properties.

Found in: Pistachio, Basidiomycota mushroom, Huang-qin herb

PEITC

Also known as: Phenethyl Isothiocyanate, Phenylethyl isothiocyanate, Phenethyl mustard oil

A phytochemical from cruciferous vegetables like watercress, studied for its anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties.

Found in: Brussels sprouts, Radish, Kale

Quercetin

Also known as: Sophoretin, Meletin, Quercetine, Xanthaurine, 3,3',4',5,7-pentahydroxyflavone

A flavonoid found in fruits and vegetables, studied for its antioxidant activity and low toxicity against healthy cells.

Found in: Capers (raw), Lovage, Dill

Resveratrol

Also known as: 3,4',5-Trihydroxystilbene, Trans-resveratrol

A polyphenol found in grapes and wine, studied for its antioxidant and anti-tumor effects in cancer prevention.

Found in: Grapes, Lingonberry, Peanuts

Selenium

Also known as: Se, Elemental selenium, Selen

An essential trace element found in soil and certain foods, studied for its role in immune function and cancer risk reduction.

Found in: Brazil nuts, Yellowfin tuna (cooked), Ham (roasted)

Sulforaphane

Also known as: 1-Isothiocyanato-4-(methylsulfinyl)-butane, 4-methylsulfinylbutyl Isothiocyanate, DL-sulforaphane, Sulforafan

A compound concentrated in broccoli sprouts, studied for its ability to activate cancer-fighting enzymes in the body.

Found in: Broccoli sprouts, Mature broccoli, Brussels sprouts

Vitamin C

Also known as: L-ascorbic acid, Ascorbic acid, Ascorbate

An essential vitamin abundant in citrus fruits, studied for its potential to reduce oxidative stress and kill cancer cells.

Found in: Green hot chili pepper, Guava, Sweet red pepper

Vitamin D

Also known as: Vitamin D3, Cholecalciferol, Calcitriol, Calcifediol, 25-hydroxyvitamin D, Ergocalciferol

A nutrient and hormone sourced from sunlight and food, studied for its role in immune function and cancer risk reduction.

Found in: Cod liver oil (1 tbsp), Rainbow trout (3 oz), Sockeye salmon (3 oz)

Vitamin E

Also known as: Alpha-Tocopherol, D-alpha-Tocopherol, RRR-alpha-Tocopherol

A fat-soluble antioxidant found in many common foods, studied for its potential to reduce oxidative stress linked to cancer.

Found in: Sunflower seeds, Almonds, Peanuts