The occurrence and development of cervical cancer are mainly related to persistent human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, low immune function, chronic inflammation and unhealthy living habits. Although diet cannot directly eliminate the virus or cure cancer, scientific nutritional intake can enhance immune function, reduce inflammatory responses, resist oxidation, and create an internal environment that is not conducive to the growth and progression of cancer cells, thus playing an auxiliary inhibitory role.
- Eat plenty of foods rich in vitamins, especially vitamin C, folic acid and beta-carotene, such as fresh vegetables and fruits including oranges, kiwifruit, tomatoes, carrots, spinach and broccoli. These nutrients help boost immunity and fight HPV infection.
- Increase high-fiber foods such as whole grains, oats, corn and beans, which help maintain normal metabolism and intestinal health.
- Consume adequate high-quality protein like fish, lean meat, eggs and low-fat dairy products to support immune cell repair and regeneration.
- Take appropriate selenium-rich foods such as nuts, seafood, mushrooms and garlic, as selenium is an important trace element that helps enhance antiviral and anti-cancer abilities.
- Avoid or reduce spicy, irritating, pickled, moldy and fried foods, which may aggravate inflammation and damage cell health.
- Limit alcohol and tobacco exposure, as they weaken immune function and increase the risk of cancer progression.
Dietary adjustment is only an auxiliary measure. Patients still need to rely on standardized medical treatment such as surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy. A reasonable diet helps improve tolerance to treatment, speed up physical recovery, reduce recurrence risk and improve long-term quality of life.