Vitamin C has attracted much attention as a powerful antioxidant, and new scientific advances have revealed its potential role in the field of anti-cancer.
A recent study published in the journal Nature Communications found that vitamin C can activate a tumor suppressor gene called TET2, which in turn promotes the normalization process of tumor blood vessels, making it easier for immune cells to cross and enter the tumor area. This study not only demonstrated the inhibitory effect of vitamin C on liver cancer, but also discovered its unique role in immune regulation. The immunomodulatory effects of vitamin C stem from its active performance in the antioxidant process. First of all, vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals produced in the body, maintains a normal environment in the body, and reduces the burden on the immune system, making the immune system more focused on fighting pathogens and abnormal cells. Vitamin C not only reduces colds, but it's also the secret to boosting immunity**. However, vitamin C cannot be synthesized in the body on its own and needs to be ingested through food.
How can we safely and reasonably supplement the body with vitamin C? First of all, we can choose to eat some foods that are rich in this nutrient. Citrus fruits such as oranges, strawberries, and grapefruits, for example, are not only delicious but also rich in vitamin C. In addition, vegetables such as tomatoes, red peppers, and broccoli are also good for vitamin C**. Although it is not an absolute cancer prevention drug, it undoubtedly helps boost the body's immunity as part of a healthy diet.