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Tomatoes are of great use in recipes due to their flavouring power as well as for their health benefits. They are loaded with nutrients and antioxidants that help your body to combat several diseases. Besides, regular consumption of tomatoes keep you in good health.

Aids in digestion

People who eat tomatoes daily are likely to have a healthy digestive system. Tomatoes are known to prevent constipation as well as diarrhoea. This wonder fruit also prevents jaundice and helps to remove toxics from the body.

Improves vision

Tomatoes are rich in vitamin A, which helps to improve eyesight and also prevent night-blindness. So sip onto your tomato soup with relish.

Prevents cancer

Tomatoes are known to contain large amounts of the antioxidant lycopene. Studies have revealed that lycopene is effective in lowering cancer risk, especially lung, stomach and prostrate cancers.

Lowers risk of heart disease

Lycopene present in tomatoes can prevent cardiovascular diseases. People who eat tomatoes regularly have lower levels of cholesterol and triglyceride in the blood. This helps to reduce fat deposition in blood vessels.

Maintaining blood health

Studies have revealed that a single tomato contains nearly 40% of the daily vitamin C requirement of the body. Besides, it contains vitamin A, potassium and iron vital for maintaining normal blood health. Tomatoes also contain Vitamin K that aids in blood clotting (preventing bleeding) and also help in blood circulation.

(AW: Pratima Tigga)