Several studies reveal the effects of broccoli to prevent cancer and tumors . Broccoli contains sulforaphane that are known to fight cancer cells but not damaging the surrounding healthy cells . The same thing applies to the lycopene in tomatoes . Both these substances are effective for cancer ward if working alone . But did you know that a combination of both can be more deadly to cancer cells ? The study, published in the Journal of Cancer Research found that if the substance and the food was combined , the two will be a very powerful combination to prevent cancer.
" When tomatoes and broccoli are eaten together we see a great effect . This is because the substance is in it against cancer in different ways , " said John Erdman of the University of Illinois , as reported by the Daily Health Post . Erdman and colleagues conducted a study of laboratory rats by implanting prostate cancer cells in mice . Furthermore, rats given a diet containing 10 percent tomato powder and 10 percent broccoli powder . While others are only given tomato powder or broccoli powder alone . It is known that the group of rats that most benefit is that eating tomatoes and broccoli powder . Prostate tumors were present in their bodies faster than others shrink .
The researcher explained that men should consume 1.4 cups of raw broccoli and 2.5 cups of raw tomatoes to get the same benefits . This can be very beneficial for cancer patients , especially if their cancer is detected early. Foods such as tomatoes and broccoli more readily available and less expensive than the treatment of cancer . Therefore, taking both can be done to prevent cancer . In addition , tomatoes and broccoli can prevent type 2 diabetes , heart disease , obesity , and various diseases.
