Vegetables And Disease Prevention

Onions and garlic add flavor to many recipes, and research continues to show they also provide significant health benefits.

A recent study published in the University of California Wellness Letter reported that consuming onions and garlic more often may decrease the incidence of prostate cancer. Like tomatoes, onions and garlic contain cancer-fighting phytochemicals.

Now is a great time to start consuming more phytochemical-rich plant foods. With the beginning of spring, fresh produce is more plentiful. Think about ways to increase your intake. Add onions to salads, casseroles and even other mixed vegetables. Garlic and tomatoes go together in Italian dishes and salads.

Fresh produce can enhance whatever you eat. So enjoy the foods while your body enjoys the benefits.