Tomatoes are exceptionally tasty. Everyone loves tomato salads and many people enjoy drinking fresh tomato juice. Apart from being a very delicious treat, the tomatoes are packed with vitamins and useful substances.
Many people fail realizing it, but tomato consumption is related to numerous health benefits.
Tomatoes contain nearly as much vitamin C as lemons and oranges. Further, tomatoes are rich in carbohydrates and beneficial acids (among which folic acid), which diminish fatigue and the chance of anemia.
Other useful ingredients include vitamin E, carotene, calcium, phosphorus, fluoride, copper, iodine and zinc. The potassium found in tomatoes allows the body get rid of excess fluids. As a result, tomatoes are seen as an excellent diuretic. Tomatoes can be used in the treatment of various kidney conditions.
Tomato juice can be used in the treatment of gastritis and stomach ulcers. A cup of tomato juice has to be consumed at least half an hour before having a meal.
People who suffer from low levels of blood sugar should consume at least one fresh tomato salad per day.
Japanese scientists from Tohoku University reported that their studies reveal that fresh tomato juice efficiently increases the level of blood sugar. Tomatoes contain different types of natural sugars among which glucose and fructose.
People who actively practice sports should consume tomatoes, since they diminish the sense of fatigue.
Other reports show that Russian medics used tomatoes in the diet of factory workers. The diet helped them purify their organism from harmful chemical substances used in factory production. Tomatoes contain natural chlorine, which can efficiently be used in detox procedures. Chlorine stimulates the liver to process and discard toxic waste.
About 100 grams of fresh tomatoes contain 51 milligrams of chlorine. Medical research confirms that fresh tomato juice can help liver functioning. A tomato per day can help you keep your liver healthy.
Tomatoes can even be used in the preparation of hair and skin care masks. Tomato pulp can be applied to the scalp in case of excessive hair fall. Tomatoes nourish the hair, increasing its strength and flexibility.
A tomato mask can be used to treat acne and skin imperfections. Mince two tomatoes and add a teaspoon of honey. Once you get a homogeneous mixture, apply to the face. Keep the mask on for 10 to 15 minutes and wash using lukewarm water.
Tomato masks can also be used in the case of oily skin. Clean your face using fresh tomato juice. Allow it to dry. Now you are ready to apply a mask of tomato pulp and an egg white. Let the mask act for 10 minutes and wash your face.