Choline, betaine reduce lung cancer risk in smokers. Evidence from human and animal studies indicates that choline metabolic pathways may be activated in the development of diseases like cancer.  A new study in PLOS One suggests that both choline and betaine may help reduce the risk of lung cancer in ever-smokers. Associations between Dietary Intake of Choline and Betaine and Lung Cancer Risk.

A quick search in our database shows that quinoa has the highest amount of betaine and egg yolk has the highest amount of choline.

Walnuts for Diabetes. Eating walnuts may reduce the risk for Type 2 diabetes in women, a large new study concludes. Previous studies have suggested an inverse relationship between tree nut consumption and diabetes. Though the findings are correlational, walnuts are uniquely high in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which may be of particular value in Type 2 diabetes prevention. Walnut Consumption Is Associated with Lower Risk of Type 2 Diabetes in Women.