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No matter how trite the saying "you are what you eat" may sound, it definitely holds true, even to this day. While it's ok to load up your plates with proteins, proteins and more proteins, men do need other nutrition too to stave off all risks of cancer, balding and prostrate problems. Below listed are a few must-have foods that all men should positively try to include in their daily diet.

Oysters

Oysters are a rich source of zinc and is deemed as great for men's fertility and sexual health. Zinc helps to maintain healthy testosterone levels and boost healthy sperm production.

Garlic

No matter how much it stinks, popping a garlic pod everyday will protect your heart and keep the cholesterol levels low.

Salmon

A great source of protein, it's also rich in omega-3 fatty acids that is known to keep bad cholesterol at bay. It also reduces all risks of heart disease, colorectal cancer, prostate cancer and depression.

Blueberries

Blueberries have high levels of proanthocyanidins, which are linked to a reduced risk of prostate cancer. They also stave off heart disease, Type 2 Diabetes and age-related memory loss.

Broccoli

Broccoli, cabbage and sprouts have a strong cancer-fighting chemical called sulphoraphane, which is known to prevent bladder cancer, prostate cancer and colorectal cancer.

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