Tomatoes have carotenoids such as lutein and lycopene which are really essential for our body. These carotenoids are also related to properties that can prevent prostate cancer.
They are the most consumed non-starchy vegetable and are the most significant source of dietary lycopene; a powerful antioxidant that has greater bioavailability after cooking and processing.
People who ate tomatoes regularly have a reduced risk of contracting cancer diseases such as lung, prostate, stomach, cervical, breast, oral, colorectal, esophageal, pancreatic, and many other types of cancer. Tomato fruit consumption also has been associated with a reduced risk of inflammatory processes, and chronic noncommunicable diseases (CNCD) including cardiovascular diseases (CVD) such as coronary heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, and obesity.
Tomato consumption and health benefits
