As for its properties, tomato or tomatoes is a food with low amount of calories, 100 grams of tomato only provide 18 kcal.
Most of its weight is water, it also contains carbohydrates and simple sugars that confer a slight sweet taste, as well as some organic acids that give it the characteristic acid flavor.
It is an important source of certain minerals such as magnesium and potassium, an essential mineral that helps regulate blood pressure, muscle contractions and reduces the risk of gallstones.
It also contains calcium, iron, phosphorus, tryptophan and protein.
It is sources of vitamin B1, B2, B5, E and C. It also presents carotenoids such as lycopene (pigment that gives the tomato a characteristic red color), a powerful antioxidant that can help reduce the risk of some types of cancer and diseases Cardiovascular.
Vitamin C also acts as an antioxidant. It can help reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels; It contributes to the formation of connective tissue, maintains the health of the capillary vessels and thus prevents slight bruising and keeps the gums healthy. A medium-sized tomato provides almost half the amount of vitamin C recommended for daily consumption.
During the summer months, tomato is one of the main sources of vitamin C.
Vitamin A, another component of the Tomato, It's important for normal cell growth. Helps the development of healthy skin, hair and mucous membranes.
It contributes to have an adequate vision, to the development of the bones and teeth.
Tomatoes contain beta-carotene, a phytochemistry substance that the body converts to vitamin A after it has been consumed.
The vitamin K obtained from the tomato, helps to the coagulation of the blood so it prevents hemorrhages; It is also important for the health of the bones through the mineralization.
Tomatoes and their health benefits
• It is very useful to fight the cold.
• Relieves minor burns. A slice of tomato on a mild burn provides immediate relief due to the moisturizing action that reconstructs the elasticity of the skin.
• With the itching of insect bites, The tomato leaves on the affected area removes The inconvenience.
• Its antioxidant effects help to show a younger and more hydrated skin, especially in the T-zone.
• It acts as a natural facial cleanser, helps to rinse stains and softener elbows and knees.
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Tomatoes part of the nightshade family, produces ghrellin hormone that makes you hungry.. also heard that the seeds does something to the blood as well that’s not so healthy..
Any info on that?
All seeds of all fruits or vegetables etc, etc., may contain lead. But they are harmful, let me investigate a little more and if something is published.
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