Benefits and downside of Tomatoes - Must know

Benefits and Downside of Tomatoes

Delicious and juicy tomatores are famous for their health benefits.

Tomatoes consists of Vitamin A, Caratinoid, Vitamin C, dietary fibres, B complex vitamin, antioxidant Lycopene which is two times powerful as B-Carotene in the destruction of free radicals

Health Benefits

1) Studies have shown that tomato can reduce prostate cancer especially in synergy with broccoli. A study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute suggested that ‘the intake of tomatoes and tomato products is associated with a decreased risk of prostate cancer.’.

2) Tomatoes are a rich source of potassium; a cup of tomato juice has 534mg of potassium and half a cup of tomato sauce has 454mg of potassium. Physiologically, potassium plays an important role in transmission of nerve signals, fluid balance in the body and many other important chemical reactions. Potassium is used to treat high blood pressure, insulin resistance, chronic fatigue syndrome, muscle weakness, and even bloating and intestinal disorders.

3) Dr. John Cook Bennett of the Institute of Aberdeen found that the yellow gel surrounding tomato seeds could prevent clotting so as to prevent strokes and heart disease. Nutrients like Niacin and folate reduce heart problems to a great extent.

4) Tomatoes work against impotency and help increase the sperm count.

5) Tomatoes are powerful blood purifiers and clear up urinary tract infections.

6) They have anti oxidant properties as they are high sources of vitamin C and vitamin A. The Vitamin A especially wards off macular degeneration and improves eyesight.

7) A person who drinks 8 ounces of low sodium tomato juice a day, can prevent inflammatory diseases like osteoporosis and Alzheimer’s.

8) High in fiber they are freely used by weight watchers. (Reducing weight)

9) They are good for improving skin porosity and are widely used in the manufacture of skin care and beauty products.

The Down Side

1) Some people may be allergic to tomatoes; their body cannot absorb and digest them.

2) In some individuals eating tomatoes in salads can lead to itching, hives and breathing problems.

3) Lycopene intolerance can cause bloating of the stomach, pain and diarrhea.

4) When a person has a history of kidney stones, it would be wise to eat tomatoes in moderation

Eaten in moderation, they will not be harmful in anyway. The nutritional benefits are many so there is no reason to avoid this simple, cost effective and widely available fruit /vegetable.

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