Real Age Tip: Legumes for the Lasses

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Real Age Tip: Legumes for the Lasses
Wed, 05-18-2005 - 11:57am



Wednesday, May 18

Legumes for the Lasses





Eat your beans to guard against a common cancer.

Eating beans at least twice per week may reduce the risk of breast cancer, a new study of women reveals. The fiber, flavonols, and other beneficial phytochemicals in beans may explain their cancer-fighting powers. Good choices include black or red beans, garbanzo beans, and soybeans.

RealAge Benefit: Eating a diverse diet that is low in calories and high in nutrients can make your RealAge as much as 4 years younger.

Miranda
(co-CL Getting Fit in Your Thirties)



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