Blueberries:

According to recent research published in the British Journal of Cancer blueberries, which contain the compound lupeol can help to fight head, neck and mouth cancer in patients who have failed to respond to any other treatments. Tests on mice by a team at the University of Hong Kong suggest the compound may help to shrink tumours with few side effects.

 

The compound works by

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Garlic can cut the risk of bowel cancer by up to 30 per cent. Scientists analysed studies on the herb carried out for the last 10 years. Some studies suggest half a clove of raw garlic a day is needed. Others show two a day can also help prevent a lung condition – pulmonary arterial hypertension.

The key ingredient in garlic seems to be allicin. It is thought to dampen inflammation in the body and act as an antioxidant. You can also take garlic in supplement form.  (An excellent one is Aged Garlic – see Resources page).

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Cauliflower is actually a type of cabbage, but one in which the flowers never get beyond the bud phase. Like the other brassica family members, such as broccoli and Brussels sprouts, it seems to be especially protective against cancer and heart disease

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