Besides being extremely high in vitamin C and potassium, the reddest tomatoes are an excellent source of lycopene, which is a powerful carotenoid that may also reduce the risk of certain forms of cancer.
You can reap the benefits of tomatoes by consuming them in whole or juiced form. Tomatoes can most certainly stand alone but they also taste great in just about any food preparation including salads, omelets, soups, stews, salads and stir-fried preparations. In juiced form, tomatoes pair well with just about everything from carrots to spinach.
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