Many birds adore chili peppers. Ellagic Acid is a plant phenol that helps to counteract carcinogens by blocking the body's production of the enzymes that cancer cells need to grow, thus preventing the development of cancer. This compound can be found in grapes, cherries, pomegranate, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, apples and some nuts. Indoles are found in plants of the cruciferous family, i.e., cabbage, Brussels sprouts, kale, broccoli, mustard greens, radishes, bok choy and cauliflower. Indoles are compounds that inhibit the growth of cancer.
Crucifers also contain brassinin and sulforaphane.
These substances boost the body's production of the enzymes that disable potential carcinogens and then remove them from the system. Limonene from oranges, limes and lemons boost the body's production of enzymes that break down carcinogens and stimulate cancer-destroying immune cells. Citrus fruits also contain glucarase, which neutralizes carcinogens and flushes them out of the body. Limonene is also found in celery, cardamom and caraway and fennel seeds. Lycopene is a carotenoid found in red grapefruit, tomatoes, red peppers, red cabbage, watermelon, strawberries, raspberries and red grapes.