Tomatoes.... rich in lycopene, a great antioxidant..

Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, an antioxidant, which fights against cancer, heart disease and aging. Lycopene is a carotenoid that gives tomatoes, watermelon, guave and pink grapefruit their read color. By eating 2-4 servings of tomato per week, a man can reduce his risk for prostate cancer by as much as 35%. Per gram, tomatoes have more lycopene than any other fruit or vegetables.

Tomatoes and lycopenes have been in the news due to more and more studies linking tomato and tomato-product consumption to reduced risks of many types of cancer. The study that began it all was called “Carotenoids and Retinol in Relation to Risk of Prostate Cancer” and was headed by Dr. Edward Giovannucci.

Most findings support recommendations to increase vegetable and fruit consumption to reduce cancer incidence but suggest that tomato-based foods may be especially beneficial regarding prostate cancer risk.PHILADELPHIA - March 12, 1999 - New medical research suggests that the consumption of lycopene - the stuff that makes tomatoes red - may prevent cancer.

Love your tomatoes, decorate your table with these great orange goodness.... not to miss out.. .. tomatoes..... as a salad, or just eat it as it is..... remember to share among your family.... Let's eat food as natural as possible.....to be healthier and happier....