Africa: No, beetroot juice won’t ‘kill cancer cells in 42 days’
short: Don’t believe social media posts claiming that drinking beetroot juice can kill cancer cells within 42 days. Cancer is a serious medical condition that requires diagnosis and treatment by trained health care professionals, not home remedies or nutritional drinks.
“Warning! Beetroot juice kills cancer cells in 42 days,” reads A mail Trending on Facebook in South Africa and elsewhere.
the mail Accompanied by a picture of a cup of beetroot juice and a whole beetroot. Text overlaid on image He claims, “One oncologist announced that this drink kills cancer cells and helps treat gastritis, diabetes, and liver disease.”
the same claim He has back On others Facebook Pages and Related to health Groups With a large number of followers.
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But this is just another version of a familiar false health claim. Similar posts promote “natural remedies” for cancer It has been circulating online for years and has been repeatedly debunked by Africa Check.
Cancer is a serious medical condition
cancer Pointing A group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells in the body. According to Global Health OrganizationCancer does not have a single cause, and usually develops due to a combination of genetic factors and external influences such as tobacco use, alcohol consumption, radiation exposure, infections, and some lifestyle factors. The most common types of cancer are Chest, lung, Colon and rectum, prostate, cervix and blood Cancers such as Leukemia.
cancer treatment It depends on the type and stage of the disease and may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy or targeted therapies. These treatments are developed through extensive scientific research and are prescribed and monitored by qualified medical professionals, including: Oncologists.
Africa Check was unable to find any scientific evidence that there is a cancer treatment that guarantees the destruction of cancer cells within a specific period of time, such as 42 days.
There is no home remedy that can treat or cure cancer
Africa has achieved expose numerous Claims Falsely suggesting that foods, juices, or herbal drinks can treat or cure cancer. some plant studies It has been found that some compounds found in beets, such as antioxidants and betalains, may slow the growth of cancer cells in test tubes or in animals. But this does not mean that it cures cancer in humans.
There is no scientific evidence that drinking beetroot juice can eliminate cancer cells, shrink tumors, prevent the spread of cancer, or replace medical treatments such as chemotherapy, radiotherapy, or surgery.
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Cancer is complicated A group of diseases that require appropriate diagnosis, ongoing monitoring and evidence-based medical treatment prescribed by qualified healthcare professionals.
Posts claiming that certain foods or drinks can cure cancer are not only misleading, they may be harmful. Cancer can progress quickly if not treated properly, and delay Or avoiding medical care can significantly reduce a patient’s chances of survival.
Medical professionals warning People should seek urgent medical advice if they experience symptoms such as unexplained weight loss, persistent pain, unusual lumps, prolonged fatigue, changes in bowel habits or abnormal bleeding.
Read our guide About how to spot false health claims and understand the tactics used to promote unproven treatments that are advertised as cures for various diseases.
