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Eating a variety of foods especially fruits and vegetables is good for overall health and can help to reduce the risk of CVD, diabetes, some cancers and other chronic conditions. From the list below, which foods/dishes have the highest concentrations of compounds likely to benefit the following individuals?
- \bullet Melvin's brother and father both had prostate cancer. Melvin has just turned 70 years of age and some of his friends from the men's shed have suggested he should eat foods that are rich in lycopene as these foods may help lower his risk of prostate (and other cancers) . Intestinal absorption of lycopene is enhanced by the presence of fat and by cooking. Which foods have the highest bioavailability of lycopene?


A) blackberries, lightly fried slices of aubergine, prunes
B) scrambled eggs, cornflakes, polenta
C) linseed and soya bread, chia pudding
D) cauliflower rice, baked pears, apple juice
E) tomato soup, salsa, canned baked beans
F) leek soup, garlic, pickled onions
G) coleslaw, stir fried bok choy, cauliflower rice
H) dhal, baked beans, chickpea pasta, hummus

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