Men and women have different bodies and thus have different nutritional needs. Men's 5 Best Foods
Broccoli. A new study from Harvard University has found that cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli (also known as cauliflower), can prevent bladder cancer. Men have a 2 to 3 times higher risk of bladder cancer than women.
Cooked tomatoes. Harvard research found that men who ate tomatoes 2 to 4 times a week had a 35% reduced risk of prostate cancer. However, raw tomatoes do not have this protective effect; lycopene must be cooked with some fat for the body to absorb it effectively.
Oysters. Two to three oysters can meet a person's daily zinc requirement. Zinc is an important element for maintaining the normal function of the male reproductive system.
Peanut butter. For both men and women, heart disease is the number one killer, but men tend to become victims of this disease at a younger age. Researchers predict that a peanut-based diet may be more effective in reducing the risk of heart disease than the diet recommended by the American Heart Association.
Watermelon. Before the age of 55, men are more prone to high blood pressure than women. Studies show that potassium-rich foods can reduce the risk of high blood pressure and stroke. A large piece of watermelon contains 664 milligrams of potassium, more than a banana and a glass of orange juice combined. Women's 5 Best Foods
Papaya. Contains about twice as much vitamin C as an orange. It can help prevent gallbladder disease, a condition for which women have twice the risk of men. A medium-sized papaya contains 188 milligrams of vitamin C and only 119 calories.
Flaxseeds. Bakers love using these nutty seeds to add flavor to bread. It was announced at a breast cancer symposium in the U.S. last year that adding flaxseeds to the diet of female breast cancer patients can effectively inhibit tumor growth.
Tofu. It can lower cholesterol, reduce irritability during menopause, and strengthen bones. The key is isoflavones, plant compounds in soy with a structure similar to estrogen.
Beef. Due to menstruation, women are more prone to anemia than men. Low iron levels in the blood can cause severe fatigue. Beef is the best choice for boosting iron.
Kale. This inexpensive vegetable helps prevent osteoporosis, especially in older women.