Health Benefits of Tomatoes: Yes, they Help Weight Loss Too! Find Out How to Take Advantage of the Low Calories Of TomatoesBelieve it or not, the health benefits of tomatoes have been a main focus for nutritional researchers for the last decade. Find out all about these here, why tomatoes are included in the negative calorie diet plan, how they can help you lose weight and with what other specific foods you should (and should not) eat them. Before anything else, you should know that the health benefits of tomatoes go far beyond their weight loss value. 
From a weight loss point of view, they:
Let’s take a look at these and give you more details. First, the reason tomatoes boost your energy is due to their high content of biotin, an essential water-soluble B vitamin. Biotin is one of the one of the energy vitamins... Without it, your body’s enzymes don’t work well and apart from low energy, you may experience the symptoms of low blood sugar between meals and/or acidosis (the condition of having an acidic blood ph). Second, along with biotin, tomatoes’ high content of chromium and fiber further stabilize your blood sugar levels curbing your appetite. Plus, their high content of powerful antioxidants like vitamins A and C protect your body against the free radical damage. However, when you buy tomatoes, remember that a hothouse-grown tomato contains only half the vitamin C of a vine-ripened tomato. Third, one of the most important health benefits of tomatoes is due to their high content of niacin and lycopene, which are proven to not only lower cholesterol levels, but reduce the risk of heart disease as well. What is lycopene, you ask? Well, nothing has been hotter in the area of phytonutrient research in the last five years than the studies on lycopene in tomatoes. Nutritionists agree that it is the unique synergy of lycopene and beta-carotene along with the other phytochemicals that effectively protect you against oxidative stress and inflammation, cardiovascular disease, diabetic complications, asthma, and a growing list of cancers. But always remember that lycopene is more easily absorbed from preserved tomatoes rather than from the raw ones. And if you're at risk of blood clotting, then you too can benefit from the blood thinning effects of consuming tomatoes and tomato juice. More Health Benefits of TomatoesTomatoes are vital for maintaining the health of your bones. Their high content of vitamin K activates osteocalcin (the major non-collagen protein in your bones), which anchors calcium molecules inside of your bone tissue. Are you concerned with how many calories you eat? Then, you should know that - to a great extent - the calories of tomatoes depend on tomatoes' type and the season they're harvested in... ...On average, count 25-35 calories for a cup of cherry tomatoes or for a red, medium, ripe tomato (approx. 150 g). The reason tomatoes are on the negative calorie food list is that their low caloric content is exceeded by the number of calories it takes to digest them, that’s why they are considered fat-burning food. Believe it or not, the many health benefits of tomatoes and their low caloric value help you lose weight big time! Loaded with many vital nutrients, they are particularly valuable in a heart-healthy and cancer-preventing diet, regardless of how you eat them: fresh, cooked, juiced or as ketchup. Make Sure You Always Eat Tomatoes with......avocado, olive oil or nuts, as lycopene is lipo-soluble (it is absorbed into the body only along with fats). At the same time, avoid mixing tomatoes with any starches (bread, pasta, potatoes, or rice) as these combinations create acidity in the stomach and could cause heart burn. How many tomatoes should you eat on a regular basis to fully take advantage of their weight loss and health benefits? Well, the equivalent of 1 cup of fresh tomatoes at least 4-5 times per week, like in a healthy Mediterranean diet ensures that you make the best of this popular and highly versatile vegetable. For best taste and to enjoy the health benefits of tomatoes to the fullest, consume them in various vegetable salads and other recipes for fresh tomatoes. Find out more about the juicy history of tomatoes and best types of tomatoes >> << Return from Health Benefits of Tomatoes to Raw Food Weight Loss Go to Brainy Weight Loss Home from Health Benefits of Tomatoes
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