For extra anti-cancer benefits, spice up stir-fry dishes, soups, and fresh fish with ginger.

Ginger possesses two anti-carcinogenic compounds, 6-gingerol and 6-paradol. Studies show that these compounds may help inhibit certain cell transformations that could lead to cancer. The 6-gingerol content of processed ginger may vary greatly, so choose fresh ginger whenever possible.

Other spices that may boost your efforts to reduce cancer risk include garlic and onions. Garlic is rich in allicin, a compound that has been shown to inhibit the growth of certain cancer cells. Onions are rich in quercetin, a polyphenol that has been shown to inhibit the growth of pancreatic cancer cells.

RealAge Benefit: Eating a diverse diet that is low in calories and high in nutrients can make your RealAge as much as 4 years younger.

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