Tomatoes are some of the more nutritious vegetables around. Â They provide refreshing properties and are extremely versatile for cooking with. Â They are very therapeutic, and are used both for health and beauty.
We must point out that this vegetable plays a part in a lot of peoples’ diets. Â In Europe and America it is used in numerous dishes and is also known for its extremely healing abilities. Â It is said that there is no other known pharmacy that can cure as many things as the tomato. Â It is known as a cancer and heart attack preventative, as well as fighting several of the following diseases. These are some of the wonders of tomato:
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Therapeutic properties and applications of the tomato
- Extremely diuretic
- Excellent for cleansing the bod
- Helps reduce cholesterol levels
- Prevents infections and greatly strengthens the immune system
- Eliminates uric acid
- Eases arthritic pain
- A rich source of potassium, phosphorus, and magnesium, as well as necessary minerals for normal nerve, brain, and muscular functioning.
- Reduces the risk of heart attack
- Provide important amounts of vitamins B1, B2, B5, E, and most importantly, vitamins C and A, beta-carotene or pro-vitamin A, which are necessary for vision, skin, and several other bodily functions.
- High levels of antioxidants, excellent partner in fighting cancer and for rejuvenating the skin.
- Antioxidants, abundantly present in red tomatoes, are groups of vitamins, minerals, and natural coloring that protect our body’s cells from harmful effects of free radicals. Â These are molecules that form in the human body by entering in contact with oxygen, or rather, when we breathe. Â Free radicals are somewhat responsible for aging, cardiovascular disease, and cancer development.
- Tomatoes provide the body with minerals and detoxifies.
- Tomatoes have very little fat, which is why they are frequently included in weight-loss dieting lists.
Tomato’s red pigment is due to licopene, a natural coloring that makes tomatoes red. Â Licopene is also found in other fruits and vegetables like peaches, watermelon, carrots, and apples.
Red tomato varieties
If you want to make a special dish with red tomatoes, don’t worry too much about they way it looks. Â There are several different types to chose from, and you can play around a bit with combinations in your dishes.
Varieties: Round, pear, cherry, on the vine, and Montserrat, as well as others. Â But for the most part, these varieties share the same nutritional value.
Natural tomato juice is excellent for health. Â There are thousands of recipes out there with tomatoes, but we’ll give you a delicious one here to start off with:
Red tomato juice and celery for cleansing the body
Ingredients:
- 1 kilo tomatoes, fresh and ripe
- 3 celery stalks
- A few drops of lemon juice
- A pinch of sea salt and pepper
Directions:
1. Run tomatoes and celery through a juicer, or blend in a blender.
2. Mix juice in a bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Serve cold
Remember that clean intestines prevent catching disease. Â This juice is very effective at keeping you healthy and young.
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