TIME 100 Disease-Fighting Foods

Research shows that special compounds in foods have the power to protect our health. Many of these antioxidants can play a role in helping us fight off conditions including heart disease, Type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease, for instance. This special edition from TIME highlights 100 research-backed disease fighting foods from A through Z, breaking down how each one might benefit you, and the most healthful and delicious ways to eat them.