DNA HITS AND REPAIR

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Here are 3 key lessons from the “How to Boost DNA Repair with Produce” post on NutritionFacts.org: (NutritionFacts.org)

1. Plant foods influence DNA repair: Fruits and vegetables contain phytonutrients that don’t just act as antioxidants — they can boost detox enzymes and modulate DNA repair pathways, helping your cells fix DNA damage. (NutritionFacts.org)

2. Every day your DNA gets hit — diet helps repair it: The body experiences hundreds of DNA damage events per hour, and eating certain produce (like lemons, persimmons, strawberries, broccoli, celery, and apples) was shown in studies to protect DNA and enhance repair at even low amounts. (NutritionFacts.org)

3. Whole food matters more than isolated nutrients: Some benefits aren’t due to just one nutrient (e.g., vitamin C in lemons didn’t explain their protective effect), and cooking can reduce protective compounds — suggesting whole, minimally processed plant foods are better for DNA repair support. (NutritionFacts.org)