Prunes and Raisins Help Fight Cancer
Tufts researchers conclude certain fruits are particularly effective against cancer

Boston -- The reputation of prunes may be on the rise. Recent research by Tufts and USDA scientists placed prunes and raisins atop a list of the best cancer-fighting fruits. According to a British newspaper, the Tufts scientists ranked prunes and other fruits based on their ability to ward off specific illnesses, using a process to analyze how effectively the fruits' antioxidants rid the blood stream of cancer-promoting free radicals.

    Other antioxidant-rich fruits included blueberries, strawberries, plums, oranges, blackberries, red berries, and cherries. The recommended daily dose is six prunes or half a cup of berries to help thwart cancer.

Online: http://www.tufts.edu/communications/printable/091400PrunesFightCancer