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Arthritis:
Pineapple is a natural painkiller The fruit contains anti-inflammatory enzymes that bring pain relief from conditions such as arthritis, according to a study at Reading University.

Oily fish can also ward off arthritis Salmon, mackerel and so on can prevent the onset of arthritis. Two to four portions a week is recommended.

Heart attack:
Pomegranate juice could prevent a heart attack This wonder juice is believed to improve blood flow to the heart and lower blood pressure.

Colds:
Mushrooms can ward off colds They contain more of an immune-boosting antioxidant called ergothioneine than any other food.

Memory booster:
Blueberries can boost memory A study at Tufts University in Boston showed eating half a cup of this fruit regularly could delay age-related deterioration in co-ordination and short-term memory.

Cancer and Heart disease:
A pint is as good as red wine A pint of beer or stout is officially as beneficial as red wine for fighting cancer and heart disease , says scientists at Canada’s University of Western Ontario.

Crusty bread may cut cancer. Crusts have eight times the amount of cancer-fighting antioxidants called pronyl-lysine than the rest of the bread, according to a study in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry.

To live long:
Eat chocolate, live longer Hurray! Harvard University scientists say that eating a couple of chocolate bars a week could extend your life by almost a year.

Joint inflammation:
Cherries can cure gout Cherries contain compounds that significantly reduce the chemicals in the body which cause joint inflammation.

Alzheimer’s disease:
Eating curry could help prevent Alzheimer’s According to a report in the Journal of Biological Chemistry, a yellow pigment used in curry, cur cumin, can stop amyloid plaques in the brain that cause the condition.

Asthma:
Sniffing a lemon could help you beat asthma The UK’s 5.1 million asthmatics could find lemons ease their symptoms. Studies in rats found that breathing improved after they inhaled limonene, the chemical that gives lemons their smell.

Week eyesight:
Kiwi fruit can improve your eyesight This fuzzy fruit is a surprisingly good source of lutein, an antioxidant that protects your vision.

Mouth ulcers:
Garlic can cure mouth ulcers and verrucas Here’s an old wives’ tale that works: halve a clove of garlic, squeeze, and apply a drop of the juice to the offending growth at bedtime.

Osteoporosis:
Figs can delay brittle bone disease Good news for the three million osteoporosis sufferers in the UK - it is possible to slow its progress by eating calcium-packed figs.

Breast cancer:
Soya can mimic breast cancer drugs A team of Cambridge researchers discovered that a diet high in soya can have a similar effect to anti-cancer drug Tamoxifen.

Diabetics:
Cinnamon can help diabetics. Just half a teaspoon a day of this spice can significantly reduce blood sugar levels in diabetics, says US research.

Dyspnea:
Chillies can help you breath more easily Capsaicin, which occurs in chilies, shrinks the mucous membranes which can ease blocked noses and sinuses.

High cholesterol level:
Coriander can lower your cholesterol level. This aromatic herb can reduce cholesterol levels and prevent heart problems.

Blood clotting:
Nibbling nuts can prevent blood clots Nuts boost nitric oxide, a compound that relaxes blood vessels and eases blood flow.

Stomach ulcers:
Honey combats ulcers. Manuka honey from New Zealand my be useful in preventing stomach ulcers, so have some in your morning porridge.

Obesity:
Boozing can help you stay slim. A recent study by US scientists discovered that women who enjoyed the “occasional” tipple were 27 per cent less likely than teetotalers to be obese.

High blood pressure:
Sesame seeds can lower blood pressure. Try sprinkling on salad to reduce your blood pressure. They’re also an excellent source of protein and calcium, iron and niacin.

Hangover:
Fried eggs can cure a hangover. A full English breakfast could be the ultimate hangover cure, thanks to the egg, they are rich in cystine, an amino acid which helps purge toxins via liver.

Liver cancer:
A daily cuppa could slash your risk of cancer. Tea contains lots of flavonoids, disease-fighting substances that lower blood pressure, fight cancer and even prevent wrinkles. One cup a day may halve your risk of liver cancer.

Constipation:
Rhubarb can relieve constipation. This red fruit, delicious in crumbles, contains a natural laxative.

Prickly heat:
Drinking green tea can prevent prickly heat. Green tea is not just an excellent antioxidant - sipping it can help you avoid a painful bout of prickly heat.

Restful sleep:
Pasta may aid sleep. Going to bed after eating carbohydrates can induce restful sleep. Complex crabs like whole wheat pasta and bread are most effective.

Oesophageal cancer:
Breakfast can reduce risk of throat cancer According to scientists at Aberdeen University, eating breakfast reduces your risk of developing esophageal cancer.

Glossy hair:
Eat ice cream for glossy hair. A few scoops can do wonders for your crowning glory due to ice cream’s high levels of Vitamin B2.

Ant aging:
Kidney beans help you look younger. The US Department of Agriculture ranked these as the third most antioxidant- rich food.

Kidney Stones:
Spinach can make kidney stones worse. High-oxalate foods such as spinach encourage the formation of kidney stones, which occur when waste products in the urine crystallise. Avoid using spinach or use it in a small quantity.

Tooth decay:
Drinking fruit juice can rot your teeth. High fructose levels in fruit can cause tooth decay. Have them with meals or brush your teeth directly after drinking.

Low immune level:
Fizzy drinks can lower your immunity .The tartrazine found in fizzy drinks causes depletion othe body’s zinc levels. Zinc plays a vital role in supporting our immune systems - 15mg a day is the recommended daily amount.

Cold Sores:
Teabags can fight cold sores. Placing a cold, used teabag on a cold sore can reduce inflammation and infection.