Tomatoes
The Mediteranian Superfood
Tomatoes are one of the best health food discoveries since identifying Lycopene. Lycopene is what give tomatoes their red colour.
Researchers in America studied over 40,000 older women for five years and discovered that as Lycopene livels in their blood went up, their risk of heart disease and stokes were lowered.
Low Lycopene levels have been associated with several cancers including prostrate cancer.
In Scotland researchers have found the the yellow jelly surrounding the tomato seeds makes blood less prone to clotting.
Scientists believe that because tomatoes contain other protective phytochemicals they provide better protection for general health.
What is the best way to eat tomatoes? Cook them up in a sauce or puree with a little olive oil. Heating Tomatoes increases the Lycopene content. Also by adding a small amount of olive oil might help you absorb more Lycopene content