Hi, Jessie. Glad to find someone with the same interest in losing weight. I copied some lines and hope you like it. Broccoli, cabbage and kale The isothiocynanates in these cruciferous vegetables stimulate the liver to break down pesticides and other carcinogens. In people susceptible to colon cancer, these phytochemicals seem to reduce risk. Carrots, mangos and winter squash The alpha and beta carotenes in these orange vegetables and fruits play a role in cancer prevention, particularly of the lung, esophagus and stomach. Citrus fruits, red apples and yams The large family of compounds known as flavonoids found in these fruits and vegetables (as well as red wine) show promise as cancer fighters. Garlic and onions The garlic and onion family (including leeks, chives and scallions) is rich in allyl sulfides, which can help lower high blood pressure and show promise in protecting against cancers of the stomach and the digestive tract. Pink grapefruit, red bell peppers and tomatoes The phytochemical lycopene is actually more available after cooking, which makes tomato paste and ketchup the best sources of it. Lycopene shows promise in fighting lung and prostate cancers. Red grapes, blueberries and strawberries The anthocyanins that give these fruits their distinctive colors may help ward off heart disease by preventing clot formation. Anthocyanins also appear to inhibit tumor growth. Spinach, collard greens and avocado Lutein, which appears to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke as well as guard against age-related macular degeneration (which leads to blindness), is also abundant in pumpkins.