Friday 11 March 2016

Tomatoes: The Nutrient-Packed Powerhouse and Culinary Staple

The scientific name of tomatoes is Solanum lycopersicum; consist of a large number of antioxidants that have been proven to fight different forms of cancer. It provides a great boost to health, along with improving the flavor of and native to Mexico. However, America and Central America cultivate tomato. to spread. Tomatoes an annual nightshade plant, and they typically weight approximately 4 ounces. It has soft, pinkish rounded red flesh fruits and a number of seeds, as well as a slightly sweet taste. Tomato is used in different foods, including pastas, pizzas, ketchup, various beverages, and as an included flavor element in dishes from breakfast to dinner. They are considered both vegetables and fruits.


Tomato in Different Language:
  • Tamatar‘ in Hindi
  • Rama Mulaga‘ in Telugu
  • Thakkali‘ in Tamil
  • Thakkali‘ in Malayalam
  • Tameta‘ in Gujarati
  • Toamaatar‘ in Bengali
  • Tamoto‘ in Marathi

Nutritional Value of Tomatoes:

Nutrients:
  • Carbohydrate- 1%
  • Protein – 2%
  • Calories – 1%
  • Dietary fiber – 5%

Vitamins:
  • Vitamin C - 21%
  • Vitamin A – 17%
  • Vitamin K – 10%
  • Folate – 4%
Minerals:
  • Potassium – 7%
  • Manganese – 6%
  • Phosphorus – 3%
  • Copper - 3%

Health Benefits:
  1. Improves eye sight
  2. Good stomach health
  3. Reduced blood pressure, as well as relief from diabetes
  4. It can increase digestion, stimulate blood circulation
  5. Reduces Cholesterol and Protects the Heart
  6. Improve fluid balance
  7. Protect the kidneys
  8. Detoxify the body
  9. Prevent premature aging
  10. Reduce inflammation and related conditions
  11. A protective effect against cardiovascular diseases.
  12. Lowers hypertension
  13. Good for Bones and Teeth 
  14. Breast cancer and cancer of the mouth.

Skin Benefits of Tomatoes
  • Treats Open Pores
  • Glowing Skin
  • Treats Skin Conditions
  • Treats Acne
  • Prevents Excess Oil Secretion
  • Prevents Signs of Ageing
  • Acts as a Natural Sunscreen
  • Acts as a Stress Reliever
  • Natural Bleaching Agent
  • Prevents Sunburn
  • Smooth Skin
  • Removes Dead Skin Cells
 Rich Source of Vitamins and Minerals:
  • Vitamin C is a natural antioxidant
  • A single tomato can provide about 40% of the daily vitamin C requirement.
  • It prevents against cancer-causing free radicals from damaging the body’s systems.
  • It also contains abundant vitamin A and potassium, as well as iron.
  • Potassium - maintaining nerve health and iron is essential for maintaining normal blood health. Vitamin K - essential in blood clotting and controls bleeding.
Share:

0 comments:

Post a Comment