Health Benefits of Tomatoes
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Maintain Strong Bones
Tomatoes contain calcium, potassium and phosphorus as well as vitamin K. These nutrients are essential in building, strengthening and repairing bones and bone tissue. In addition, they can help keep muscles healthy.
Calcium, in particular, is essential for strong bones.3‘Office of Dietary Supplements - Calcium.’ NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Calcium-Consumer/ Calcium is a mineral found in small quantities in many foods, with tomatoes being one. Along with other nutrients, calcium helps build strong bones, it may also help promote a healthier smile by protecting the teeth.
