Tomatoes tend to ripen at the end of summer, so if you have a garden, they are probably at their finest right now. This is a nice reminder for you to use all of that fruit that has been passed off as a vegetable this year. This is because tomatoes are a nutrient powerhouse that are frequently disregarded. According to Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., author of 15 books, most recently Smart Fat: Eat More Fat, Lose More Weight, Get Healthy Now!, tomatoes are one of those things that everyone takes for granted. But even individuals who claim to detest fruits and vegetables eat them.
The healthiest method to eat tomatoes is as follows: Although they are still very nutrient-dense right off the vine, tomatoes are one of the few foods that are more nutrient-dense when cooked, according to Bowden. "The lycopene is really released when you cook them!" According to studies, tomato sauce contains 15,152 mcg of lycopene per 100 mg, compared to 2,573 mcg in 100 mg of raw tomatoes.
1.Discover the incredible health advantages of tomatoes by reading on.
Your heart health may be improved by tomatoes.
Lycopene, a natural antioxidant that gives tomatoes their lovely red color, is ranked first among the nutrients found in tomatoes, according to Bowden. According to research, lycopene has a variety of effects on the cardiovascular system. Among them are lowering LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, preventing atherosclerosis, controlling blood pressure, and increasing the production of dysfunctional HDL particles.
2.Your risk of cancer may be reduced by tomatoes.
According to Bowden, the well-known "pizza study" of 2002 garnered a lot of attention for lycopene. Researchers discovered that males who consumed pizza at least twice a week reduced their chance of prostate cancer by 23%, which was a finding that was well-received in dorm rooms all over the country. The lycopene in the tomato sauce, according to the experts, is what caused the impact. Since then, several studies have shown a potential association between tomato consumption and a decreased risk of pancreatic, ovarian, gastric, and prostate cancers.
3.You can get a vitamin boost from tomatoes.
According to Bowden, "tomatoes are a rich source of potassium and vitamin C, both of which most people need more of." Interesting fact: Tomato paste has twice the potassium of tomato puree, and tomato puree has more potassium per gram than raw tomatoes! However, tomatoes are often regarded as a high-potassium food. A medium banana has 422 mg of potassium, compared to 292 mg in a medium tomato.
4.The consequences of diabetes may be mitigated by tomatoes.
If you have diabetes, it is always a good idea to have vegetables and fruit on your plate. Tomatoes, on the other hand, appear to lessen the oxidative stress, inflammation, atherosclerosis, and tissue damage that diabetes causes, according to study. Although eating a tomato at lunch is unlikely to rapidly lower your blood sugar levels, the long-term preventive benefits should not be disregarded.
5.Tomates can aid in maintaining regularity.
Tomatoes, like most fruits and vegetables, are a good source of fiber; one medium tomato has 1.5 g. For regular bowel movements, fiber helps keep food flowing through your digestive tract. Additionally, compared to other food types like refined carbohydrates, it can help you feel satiated for longer after a meal, which is beneficial for weight loss.
6.Your skin can be shielded by tomatoes.
Eating tomatoes may lessen sunburn risk and UV skin damage, according to studies. Due of tomatoes' high amount of carotenoids, researchers speculate (one of which is the superstar lycopene). Of course, eating a caprese salad last night does not exempt you from wearing sunscreen today at the beach. Consider the additional sun protection provided by tomatoes to be a bonus and keep wearing a broad-spectrum SPF of at least 30 whenever you are outside.
7.Tomatillos can protect your vision.
If you needed another reason to eat more foods high in lycopene, research has shown that doing so may reduce your risk of cataracts and age-related macular degeneration. Grab some eggs and green leafy vegetables, which both contain lutein and zeaxanthin—two more eye-healthy carotenoids—while you're stocking up on tomatoes.
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