Causes Of Cancer – Our Perspective

At Nageswara Ayurvedic, we believe cancer does not arise suddenly but develops gradually due to a combination of nutritional deficiencies, lifestyle changes, environmental toxins, and weakened immunity. In earlier times, people lived closer to nature, consumed fresh food, and received essential minerals and nutrients naturally through diet. Today, drastic changes in agriculture, food processing, and lifestyle have disturbed this natural balance, creating conditions in the body that favor cancer development.

Nutritional Deficiencies

• Vitamins & Minerals: Modern diets are deficient in key vitamins (A, C, D, E, B-complex) and essential minerals (selenium, zinc, magnesium, iron). These nutrients are vital for DNA repair, immune strength, and antioxidant defense.
• Proteins & Amino Acids: Lack of high-quality protein and essential amino acids weakens the body’s ability to regenerate healthy cells, lowering immunity and repair mechanisms.

Loss of Natural Minerals in Food

• In olden days, soil was mineral-rich, and traditional seeds produced crops that naturally contained 72 essential trace minerals needed for human health. Today, due to over-farming, chemical fertilizers, and depletion of soil quality, crops no longer provide these vital nutrients. This mineral deficiency weakens body tissues (dhatus), making them more vulnerable to disease.

Genetically Modified Seeds (GM Seeds)

Modern agriculture often uses genetically modified (GM) seeds, which are engineered for higher yield but may have:

• Low molecular weight proteins that are not fully compatible with human digestion.
• Altered nutrient profiles that reduce the natural balance of amino acids and minerals.
• Residual pesticide resistance, which may leave harmful chemical traces in food. Over time, this creates oxidative stress, free radical damage, and impaired immunity, all linked with cancer risk.

Free Radicals & Oxidative Stress

• Modern diets, pollution, radiation exposure, and chemical preservatives increase the production of free radicals in the body. Free radicals attack healthy cells, damage DNA, and accelerate oxidation, which is a key trigger for cancer development.

Toxins & Chemical Exposure

• Processed foods contain synthetic additives, preservatives, and colorants.
• Pollution and pesticides introduce heavy metals and toxins.
• Lifestyle habits like smoking, alcohol, and poor sleep add to the toxin burden. Together, these weaken ojas (the body’s immunity essence) and promote abnormal cell growth.

Ayurvedic View of Causes

• Wrong diet (Ahara): excessive oily, stale, heavy, or incompatible foods.
• Environmental toxins
• Suppression of natural urges.
• Genetic predisposition (Beeja dosha)