Health benefits of tomatoes

According to experts, tomatoes are known as nutritional powerhouses because they provide many health-beneficial ingredients.

Tomatoes are rich in vitamins A, C, K, vitamin B6, potassium, folate, thiamin, magnesium, niacin, copper, and phosphorus. These are essential micronutrients for maintaining good health. What's even better about tomatoes is that they are very low in cholesterol, saturated fat, sodium, and calories. You can eat them raw in sandwiches, in salads, sauces, smoothies, and even in soups. Here are 9 benefits of tomatoes.

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Rich source of vitamins A and C

According to Lao Dong Newspaper, tomato juice is a rich source of Vitamins A and C. These substances help strengthen the immune system, improve eyesight and prevent eye-related diseases. They also help maintain the health of your bones and teeth.

Prevent high cholesterol

Drinking tomato juice can also help prevent high cholesterol. It is rich in fiber which helps break down LDL or bad cholesterol in the body. It also has niacin or Vitamin B3 which is known to stabilize cholesterol.

Weight loss support

Another great benefit of tomato juice is that it aids in weight loss. It keeps the body hydrated, while the low sodium and high fiber content in it ensures that the body does not feel hungry. It provides the body with the necessary nutrients and calories to ensure that the body’s metabolism is not affected.

Cancer Prevention

According to information in the Health and Life Newspaper, eating a lot of tomatoes can help fight prostate cancer. Tomatoes also help reduce the risk of some other cancers such as stomach, lung, cervical, pharyngeal, rectal, colon, esophageal, and ovarian cancer thanks to antioxidants, especially thanks to the very high lycopene content in tomatoes. The cancer prevention effect of tomatoes is much better when this fruit is cooked with olive oil.

Skin lightening

Tomatoes also contain lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that protects your skin from the sun and makes your skin less susceptible to UV rays, one of the causes of wrinkles. Rubbing tomato pulp on your rough skin helps tighten pores, regenerate and firm your face.

Reduce blood sugar

Tomatoes are low in carbohydrates, which helps lower blood sugar levels. Some studies have found that the antioxidants in tomatoes protect blood vessels and kidneys, organs that are often damaged by diabetes. Tomatoes also contain chromium and fiber, which help control blood sugar levels.

Keep bones strong

Tomatoes contain vitamin K and calcium which help keep your bones strong and fight osteoporosis - the cause of fractures, bone deformities leading to disability.

Cure chronic diseases

Thanks to anti-inflammatory properties like carotenoids and bioflavonoids, tomatoes can help reduce chronic pain. One study found that drinking a glass of tomato juice every day can reduce levels of TNF-alpha, a killer of inflammation, in the blood. Tomatoes are great for people with heart disease and Alzheimer's.

Good for your hair

Thanks to the vitamins and iron, your damaged and lifeless hair will be shiny. Moreover, tomatoes have acidic properties that can balance the pH level in your hair.

If you have dandruff and itchy scalp, apply fresh tomato juice to your hair and scalp after shampooing, and rinse with cold or warm water after 4-5 minutes. Do not use it too often as the acid in tomatoes can dry out your hair.

Above are 9 health benefits of tomatoes. Regularly add tomatoes to your diet./.

Van Anh