Tomatoes
Why Tomatoes
Cancer protection
Lycopene is linked to fewer incidences of prostate, ovarian, lung, and stomach cancers.
Lycopene is found most in the skin
Highest in processed tomatoes, paste, sauces juice
Vitamins
40% of the daily recommended minimum of vitamin C
Vitamin A, which supports immunity, vision, and skin health
Vitamin K, which is good for your bones
Potassium, a key nutrient for heart function, muscle contractions
Folate (vitamin B9). One of the B vitamins, important for normal tissue growth
Chlorogenic acid. A powerful antioxidant compound, chlorogenic acid may lower blood pressure
Naringenin is found in tomato skin, this flavonoid has been shown to decrease inflammation
Heart health
Lowers risk for heart disease, diabetes and stroke.
Contain an antioxidant called lycopene – Red color
Eating tomatoes are effective than take lycopene supplements
Vision
Contains lutein and beta-carotene. Protects against eye conditions including cataracts and macular degeneration.
Digestion
High in fiber and liquid may be helpful if you're prone to constipation
Diabetes management
Low carbs about 4%
Protective food for people with type 2 diabetes. Decreases lipid peroxidation, free radicals attack fat, leading to damage that ups the risk of heart disease
Skin health
Combination of tomato paste and olive oil protected against sun damage and sun burn
Boosted the production of pro-collagen, a molecule that gives the skin its structure and keeps it firm and youthful
When tomatoes have been cooked, and olive oil boosts lycopene absorption from your digestive system into your bloodstream.