The specialist told about the useful properties of tomatoes

Tomatoes contain many useful substances that are necessary at any age. Natalia Balan, a paramedic and manager of the network of boarding houses for the elderly "Warm Talks", told about it on Wednesday, November 20.

She noted that tomatoes contain a large amount of lycopene - a powerful antioxidant that helps to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease, as well as protect the body's cells from aging. The vegetable also contains potassium, which helps flush excess sodium out of the body and regulates blood pressure, Balan added.

The paramedic added that tomatoes are rich in vitamin K and calcium, which are essential for strengthening bones, as well as fiber, which improves intestinal function and helps avoid constipation. In addition, tomatoes have a mild laxative effect and improve overall gastrointestinal (GI) health.

Tomatoes contain vitamins A and C and beta-carotene, which support eye health.

According to Balan, heat-treated tomatoes are just as beneficial as fresh tomatoes.

"When heated, the amount of lycopene increases, it becomes easier to digest. However, it should be borne in mind that heat treatment reduces the content of vitamin C," - added the specialist in conversation with Lenta.Ru.

October 28, nutritionist and nutriciologist Irina Pisareva said that if you want to get rid of smoking should include in the diet plant foods containing nicotinic acid: eggplant, potatoes and tomatoes, reports 360.ru. However, the specialist noted that the corresponding method has no scientific confirmation.

Earlier, on October 22, nutritionist, therapist Oleg Krivchenkov warned Russians about the possible negative effects of eating tomatoes. According to the specialist, these vegetables may contain solanine - a natural poison and oxalic acid, which is dangerous for people with urolithiasis.