Diet and Cancer Prevention

Tomatoes Attack Cancer Cells
A diet rich in fruits and vegetables is known to reduce the risk of oral, pancreatic, breast, prostate, and colon cancers. But scientists were surprised to find that lycopene—the chemical that gives tomatoes a rich, red hue—actually destroys oral cancer cells in the laboratory. Researchers hope they can duplicate the results in patients.

Some scientists believe lycopene bolsters the body's natural ability to kill off cells that are not developing properly. Research from the University of North Carolina also suggests that lycopene in the diet reduces the risk of heart attack.

Hebrew University of Jerusalem

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