Diets full of black raspberries and raw vegetables, particularly broccoli sprouts, could prevent or slow the growth of some common forms of cancer.

Black raspberries may protect against cancer of the esophagus by reducing stress in patients. Plant-based diets and increased fruit consumption are associated with decreased risks of cancer, said Laura A. Kresty, Ph.D., assistant professor at Ohio State University

A diet rich in fish, omega-3 oils, fruits and vegetables may lower the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease. But consuming omega-6 rich oils could increase chances of developing memory problems, according to a new study.

Researchers at INSERM, the French National Institute for Health and Medical Research, in Bordeaux, France, examined the diets of 8,085 men and women over the age of 65 who did not have dementia at the beginning of the study

Unhealthy diets, coupled with rise in work stress has led to a sudden increase in the number of breast cancer women in China, state media said Tuesday.

Breast cancer now affects about 45 women out of every 100,000 in Beijing and about 55 out of 100,000 in Shanghai, China Daily reports

The World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Research has published the most comprehensive report Wednesday on lifestyle and cancer which offers some stark warnings.

The report says that there is strong medical evidence which suggests excessive body fat increases the risk of getting various types of cancer. Alcohol, red meat and processed meat further increase cancer risk

A European Union-funded study on organic food showed that it is more nutritious than non-organic produce.

The finding has prompted the U.K. government to review for possible revision its advice that there is no difference between eating organic and non-organic food