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06/13/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Tomato extracts KILL stomach cancer cells, new study shows

When you think of cancer-fighting foods, what usually comes to mind? Perhaps you think of turmeric, ginger, or green tea, but what about tomatoes? You’re probably aware they’re good for you, but did you know they can actually reduce your risk of stomach cancer? That was the finding of a study carried out by Temple […]

05/22/2018 / By Tracey Watson

Lycopene, the pigment that gives tomatoes their color, is one of the most powerful anti-cancer agents yet discovered

Whether or not tomatoes are your favorite part of a salad (or pizza), there are certainly good reasons to include as many of them in your diet as possible. One of the greatest reasons is the fact that the lycopene that gives tomatoes their beautiful color is one of the most potent anti-cancer agents yet discovered […]

09/14/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Consuming a diet rich in tomatoes may help prevent skin cancer

A compelling new study implies the use of food as medicine. Researchers from the Ohio State University said that daily tomato consumption can reduce the risk of developing skin cancer by half, but only if you’re a male. Females, it was noted, showed no statistically significant difference between tomato intake and skin cancer risk. “The […]

07/26/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Want to prevent skin cancer? Eat more tomatoes … new science confirms powerful anti-cancer effect

If you’re worried about skin cancer but you don’t want to slather yourself in toxic sunscreen before heading outdoors, you might have heard the advice that a proper diet full of antioxidants can naturally boost your skin’s sun protection. While this remains an effective approach, a new study shows there is one food in particular […]

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