TomatoesTomatoes are an excellent source of carotenoids,including lycopene,a great antioxidant compound that gives tomatoes their perfect red color.A study shows that the lycopene helps protect the retina and other areas of the eye from the light-induced damage.Lycopene may also help protect your cells from damage and it helps prevent prostate,stomach,and lung cancers.Tomatoes are also plentiful in vitamin C that helps protect your eyes and vision.Moreover,vitamin C promotes wound healing,protects your body from free radical damage,and improves the absorption of iron from most plant foods.Fresh or cooked tomatoes consumed with a little bit of olive oil will help improve lycopene absorption.Not only do tomatoes help protect your eyes,they can also improve your skin health and boost your brain power and immune system. You can add tomatoes to your morning smoothies,vegetable salads,soups,omelets, or better,eat them raw.Consider grilling tomatoes and drinking tomato juice that is packed with essential vitamins and minerals.Slice a few tomatoes for your homemade pizza or make your own tomato pasta sauce.Many researchers say that consuming foods high in powerful antioxidants is much better than taking a supplement.Tomatoes are rich in antioxidants,so why not eat them more?
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