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Eriodictyol-induced anti-cancer and apoptotic effects

Eriodictyol Widespread flavanone found esp. in citrus fruits (lemon, tangerine, orange, grapefruit and pummelo) and peppermint. Glycosides also widely distributed.

Luteolin is a potent anticancer agent

Luteolin is a potent anticancer agent that could halt a wide spectrum of tumors and cancer cells

Foods Flavonoids Database

Database for the Flavonoid Content of Selected Foods

Cucumber Flavonoid Apigenin anti-cancer effects

Cucumber & Apigenin Apigenin  in cancer therapy: anti-cancer effects and mechanisms of action Cucumbers have not received as much press as other vegetables in terms of health benefits, but this widely cultivated food provides us with a unique combination of nutrients. At the top of the phytonutrient list for cucumbers are its cucurbitacins, lignans, and flavonoids. These three types of phytonutrients found in cucumbers provide us with valuable antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer benefits. 

Pineapples

Bromelain in Pineapples inhibits the growth and proliferation of cancer cells    it impairs survival of cancer cells by inhibiting Akt signaling and attenuating Bcl2 and MUC1  Also appeared to activate caspase-dependent apoptotic pathways and transcription-independent p53 apoptosis