How what you eat affects cancer risk
- Nina Agrawal
- New York TimesUpdated: Jan 29, 2026, 14:06 IST IST
Over decades, a growing body of literature has shown clear links between what we eat and how likely we are to develop various cancers. In recent years, the research has moved away from the impact of individual “superfoods” and antioxidants to focus on how overall, long-term dietary habits affect risk.
