Have you got a bad thing to say about 'em? Ranging from purple to yellow, the juicy fruit that bursts with flavor is wonderful not only for its taste, but for its health properties as well. The red pigment in tomatoes is called lycopene, an antioxidant that is good for your eyes. Lycopene is more easily absorbed by the body when tomatoes are heated, either during cooking or processing. One tomato contains vitamins C, A and K, and potassium and fiber. A medium-sized tomato may provide almost half of a person’s recommended daily amount of vitamin C.
Benefits: Aids in the development of healthy teeth, bones, skin and hair, lowers blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and possibly reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease and some cancers.
