Bean and nut compound blocks tumour growth

Beans may cut risk of breast cancer

11-Apr-2005

Eating beans or lentils at least twice a week may reduce a woman's risk of developing breast cancer, according to research designed to investigate the benefits of the plant compounds flavonols,writes Dominique Patton.

Fruit and veg may cut risk of pancreatic cancer

04-Apr-2005

People who eat lots of fruit and vegetables may significantly reduce their risk of pancreatic cancer, shows a Canadian study.

Carrot compound fights cancer in animal tests

09-Feb-2005

A compound found in carrots that acts as a natural pesticide reduced the risk of cancer in rats by a third, report UK and Danish researchers today.

Bean and nut compound blocks tumour growth

A compound found in everyday foods like beans, nuts and cereals can slow the development of cancerous tumours, UK researchers report today.

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