India, July 4 -- The internet is flooded with claims that everyday kitchen ingredients and traditional remedies can prevent, or even cure, cancer. But how much of it is actually backed by science? Dr Vartika Vishwani, a surgical oncologist, weighed in on some of the most viral "desi" cancer remedies in a July 2 Instagram post, rating them out of 10 based on the available evidence while stressing that none of them should replace evidence-based cancer treatment. (Also read: Best and worst cooking oils revealed: Hyderabad oncologist gives ghee 9/10, refined sunflower oil gets a 'big zero' )

The doctor gave Giloy a 2/10, addressing the popular claim that it stimulates T cells and macrophages, key components of the immune system.

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