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Cancer is the major cause for increased death rate among the population. Increased load of free radicals and low antioxidant ingestion are the most common etiological factors leading to increased carcinogenic cell proliferation which result in cancer. Some of the traditional fruits are considered as exotic fruits been packed with plenty of nutrients especially anti-oxidants in higher quantity. Duku and carambola are the two among exotic fruits contains functional properties which have been studied for its higher potent of anti-oxidant property. Some of the studies have identified the presence of bioactive compounds like limonoids in Duku fruit whereas pro-anthocyanidins in carambola. These bioactive compounds were proved as natural anti-oxidants that exert delayed oxidative rancidity and inhibit proliferation of carcinogenic cells. Many of the studies have revealed that Duku fruit and carambola have not only respond to cytotoxic effect but also gave positive results for most of the phytochemical screening tests. Other than bioactive compounds, the fruits contain β-carotene, selenium, resveratrol and vitamin C, thereby boosting the Immune system of the body. The seeds and peels of these fruits also posses’ anti-oxidant property. Hence, instead of discarding the peels and seeds, these can be used as Salad dressing, Soup mixes, Ice-cream-toppings, Fruit juices using pulverized seeds and dried fruit peels. Regular consumption of Duku and carambola fruits may reduce the risk of cancer by supporting the body with antioxidants, thereby reducing the accumulation of free radicals. Hence, the study is a review on two exotic fruits.