Don’t wait until you’re in a nursing home to eat prunes. Eat up now-a chemical in dried plums may keep your arteries clear. Scientists and nutritionist found that mice that consumed prune powder had less plaque in their arteries than mice on a prune-free diet. The mechanism isn’t yet identified but certain flavonoids in the fruit may help prevent the inflammation that can damage blood vessels. More studies will determine if the fruit has the same effect in humans.

The most common cancer in men over 75. As the gland swells, side effects include incontinence and erectile dysfunction.

Prevention

The Australian Cancer Council found ejaculating more than five times a week in your 20s and 30s cuts the risk of prostate cancer in later life by a third. The report said masturbation is more effective than sex, so take matters in hand.

If pollen is making you miserable, a cure could be waiting in the produce aisle. Eating broccoli sprouts may help you breathe easier, say nutritionist.

In the study, people who ate 7 ounces of sprouts for 3 days saw up to a 200 percent increase in the production of proteins that make antioxidants in their nasal cells. The nutritionist believe these antioxidants help fight off the inflammation that causes allergies. Credit the sprouts’ high content of sulforaphane, which triggers the increase.

Even a slightly elevated heart rate may increase your risk of diabetes. In a 20-year study, people with resting heart rates above 80 beats per minute (born) were almost five times more likely to develop the disease. Resting heart rates in this range may interfere with your body’s use of insulin. If your resting heart rate is over 80 bpm, lower it with 3 days of interval training a week.