Gut & MicrobiomeHow Everyday Foods Either Feed Cancer or Help Your Body Fight It
Your body produces roughly 10,000 cancer cells daily, yet most never become dangerous. Dr. William Li, physician and NYT bestselling author, argues that cancer risk is far more shaped by diet and lifestyle than genetics. In this ZOE episode, he identifies everyday foods — particularly processed meats, ultra-processed foods, and excess sugar — that create conditions allowing cancer cells to thrive. He contrasts these with protective foods like tomatoes, berries, soy, tea, and coffee that support the body's natural defences. Li also explores how gut health, physical activity, toxin exposure, and habits like smoking or drinking tip the balance. The core message: small, consistent dietary choices can meaningfully influence whether dormant cancer cells stay harmless or become dangerous.
