• Soya
  

Menopausal women might find that soya helps to maintain estrogen levels. Soya may alleviate menopausal hot flush and protect against Alzheimer's disease, osteoporosis and heart disease. Look out for fermented soya products, which are more easily digested, therefore more nutritional, and do not generally cause food intolerances. Soya should not be confused with soya sauce, which is full of salt and should be used sparingly, if at all.

• Watermelon

Both the flesh and seeds of the watermelon are nutritious .The flesh contain vitamin A, B and C; the seeds contain selenium, essential fats, zinc and vitamin E, all of which help against free radical damage and aging.

• Carrot
  

Apart from being good for the eyesight, carrots are packed with beta-carotene and help in lowering the blood cholesterol. The orange pigment in carrots boosts the immune system and helps fight disease. Having one cup of carrot juice daily can reduce the risk of lung cancer even amongst smokers.

• Oranges

Contain a wide range of antioxidants, which help fight cancer, and in lowering cholesterol and blood pressure.

• Grapes

You can prevent the formation of clots in arteries by drinking a glass of purple grape juice daily.