Tomato Facts

Tomato facts regards nutrition are so positive that it should be a must in all diets.

Studies have shown that people who eat tomato (including tomato products such as ketchup and juice) are less likely to suffer from heart attack than those who don't eat it regularly. They contain a substance called lycopene which has strong antioxidant effects, preventing the LDL (bad cholesterol) from oxidating, which is the first step to the formation of plaque in arteries.

"Lycopene can also reduce the amount of cholesterol in your blood. During one study, for three months, 60 men were fed 60 milligrams of lycopene per day – the equivalent found in 1 kilo of tomatoes.

At the end of the treatment period, the results showed a 14 percent reduction in LDL cholesterol in the blood. (source: Emilia Klapp article regarding Mediterranean diet)."

 

Studies show that the positive effects of eating tomatoes are important, as men can reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer by 40%, It also prevents the development of cervical and breast cancer in women. It has also been known to inhibit the growth of cancer cells in lung cancer.

Last but not least, amongst health tomato facts, it is also known that if you eat tomatoes (or its products) regularly, you should have 32% more protection from sunburn (it doesn't mean you don't need to use sunscreen) and that it may prevent age related diseases if eaten regularly during your life.

Nowadays China is the largest producer of tomatoes in the world (16% of the total).

tip: Cook tomatoes with oil to increase the absorption of their nutrients, other than lycopene is better released with warm. Well, with all these good news, take a look at our tomato recipes for another ideas for cooking and preparing it.

More Tomato Recipes:

• Homemade Tomato Sauce Recipe
• Tomato Soup Recipes
• Tomato Salad Recipe
• Tomato Pie Recipe
• Tomato Facts
• Freezing Tomatoes

Here You Have More Simple Vegetarian Recipes From Italian Tradition:

• Eggplant Parmesan Recipe
• Eggplant Recipes
• Frying Batter
• Stuffed Zucchini Recipe
• Vegetarian Gnocchi Recipe
• Broccoli and Pasta
• Artichoke Recipe
• Stuffed Artichoke Recipe
• Tomato Recipes
• Mushroom Risotto Recipe
• Zucchini Lasagna
• Roasted Eggplant Recipe
• Zucchini Casserole Recipe
• Grilled Zucchini Recipe
• How to Cook Eggplant

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