Health Benefits of Tomatoes
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High in Certain Vitamins & Nutrients
Tomatoes are high in a variety of vitamins and nutrients the body requires for optimal health. Vitamins C, K, A and the mineral potassium can be found in high concentrations in tomatoes. These essential nutrients are necessary for bone health, skin health and proper immune system function.
The unique aspect of tomatoes is the concentration of antioxidants. Antioxidants may help the body fight free radicals that are produced by the body or caused by environmental pollutants. Although tomatoes are particularly high in lycopene, they also contain moderate amounts of the antioxidants lutein and beta-carotene.
