Why should you have more tomatoes on your diet

Tomatoes has many health benefits that can help maintain the wellness of a person. One serving of tomato-containing foods will have beneficial effect on your health.

Tomatoes contain vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin K. Vitamin A helps to maintain good vision. Vitamin C aids in immune system and Vitamin K helps maintain the blood coagulation of the body by preventing excessive bleeding.   

Tomatoes contain antioxidants called lycopene. It is also rich in potassium which is usually found in bananas. Potassium aids in muscle function, especially in heart muscles.

For breastfeeding moms, when eaten, it should be cooked. It is known to increase the lycopene concentration into their breastmilk.

Other people doesn't like the taste of tomatoes for its sour-sweety taste. Try to cook for a better taste. But once you knew its beneficial effect in our body you need to love this fruit/vegie.

Fruit "slash" vegie since it has a debate if it is a fruit or a vegetable, nevertheless, it is very healthy to start your diet with tomato.

Have a fun and enjoyable meals with tomatoes!