Monday, October 23, 2006

Purple Prevention?


Salem: Oregon State University researchers are fine-tuning a purple tomato, a new blend of colours and nutrients. The skin is as dark as an eggplant. But it doesn�t just look cool, it could be better for you.

The novel pigment contains the same phytochemical found in blueberries that is thought to reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.

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