However, when animal-based protein is eaten, this defense mechanism turns against us and converts these chemicals into carcinogen.
CARCINOGENIC chromium: Turning hides into leather in much of the world requires chromium, which in its hexavalent chemical form is a potent carcinogen.
Lipsticks contain the carcinogen Polymethyl Methacrylate, among others.
Certain ingredients in a marinade - vinegar, citrus juice, vegetable oil or spices - may also prevent carcinogen formation.
A medical non-profit's lawsuit over a carcinogen found in grilled chicken is set to continue, after a California appeals court on Thursday reversed a ruling that would have burned the case to a crisp.
Researchers then estimated carcinogen intake based on overall meat consumption and doneness preferences.
And it can mean a toxic breakdown product of alcohol called acetaldehyde - another carcinogen - can accumulate in the oral cavity when swished around the mouth.
In fact, radiation is a far less potent carcinogen than other toxic substances.
Acrylamide is considered a possible human carcinogen.
Although more than 30 states already have legislation to better regulate indoor tanning, doctors think a federal standard is needed, especially since artificial UV light is a known carcinogen.
Pumpkin can remove the choppy effect of carcinogen and check cancer cell appears.
Various investigations using different methodologies consistently indicate that cadmium (an IARC Type 1 carcinogen) transfers linearly from tobacco into smoke emissions.
Cadmium is a known carcinogen and is similar to lead in that it can hinder brain development in the very young.