16p food that may prevent prostate cancer, stroke and hypertension

A "simple" food people can get for less than 16p may help prevent prostate cancer - among a host of other benefits. Dr Hilary Jones, a regular face on ITV, was back on our screens on Tuesday for this week's second instalment of Lorraine.

The doctor, who is also often seen on Good Morning Britain, told viewers some "basic" food are actually very good for us. It came as part of a discussion about what people aged 50 and over should be eating, as Lorraine asked what those "toddling into middle life and beyond" should have on a regular basis.

Dr Hilary said there are five foods people in that age bracket should try to eat. Explaining what these are, he said: "Eggs, which are rich in protein and Vitamin B, to keep muscle mass on board. Tomatoes which contain lycopene, an antioxidant, very powerful and considered to be helpful in preventing prostate cancer.

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"Beans, rich in fibre, good for prevention of cardiovascular disease. Kale, rich in Vitamin K and prevents osteoporosis, and oily fish like sardines for omega 3 to stop cognitive decline."

Seeming surprised, Lorraine said: "So these are all things we can easily get? Not fancy". Dr Hilary replied: "These are simple, not expensive, all basics." A 2016 study into tomato consumption found that it was, indeed, associated with a reduced risk of prostate cancer. It also found lycopene-containing foods, such as tomatoes, "may be protective against ... cardiovascular disease risk, notably stroke and hypertension".

As Dr Hilary says, tomatoes are very easy to obtain and are inexpensive, with a pack of six costing 95p at Aldi - or less than 16p each.