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This review explores the relationship between the consumption of whole-grains (WG) and legumes and the risk of GC, and highlights the biological mechanisms that may contribute to their protective effects. A comprehensive search was conducted in PubMed\/MEDLINE, Embase, ProQuest, Google Scholar, Web of Science, and Scopus for English-language studies published between 1996 and 2025. The search terms included gastric cancer, whole\u00a0grains, legumes, beans, lentils, soy beans, and peanuts. Observational studies assessing WG and legumes intake in relation to GC risk were reviewed. Observational studies show controversial findings; the majority indicate that the consumption of WG and legumes is associated with lower risk of GC. WG are rich in fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals as compared with refined grains, which help\u00a0mitigate oxidative stress, inflammation, and DNA damage\u00a0\u2013\u00a0key pathways involved in gastric carcinogenesis. Similarly, legumes contain beneficial bioactive compounds such as polyphenols, flavones, and isoflavones that may inhibit tumor initiation and slow progression. 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