Dietitian Yevgeny Arzamastsev: tomatoes are saturated with lycopene, which helps protect against dangerous health problems.
Doctor Arzamastsev spoke in an interview about the benefits of tomatoes. He stated that the antioxidant lycopene present in tomatoes provides the effect of preventing cancer.
“This is a good prophylactic, protecting cells from the harmful effects of harmful factors in the city. Lycopene in tomatoes is one of the means that can help prevent cancer,” the doctor informed.
Evgeny Arzamastsev added that tomatoes are a rich source of potassium, useful for the functioning of the heart and vascular system. According to the doctor, potassium contributes to the balance of sodium in the body, which normalizes blood pressure. The specialist emphasized that normal blood pressure is extremely important for the functioning of the cardiovascular system.
Proper tomatoes protect against cancer
In addition, tomatoes provide fiber, which improves bowel function and removes toxins. Speaking with Moscow 24, Arzamastsev noticed that the fiber of tomatoes prevents constipation, as well as the formation of carcinogenic formations in the intestinal tract. According to the physician, in the absence of contraindications, tomatoes can be consumed up to four times a week.
Tomatoes protect the heart under one condition
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Evgeny Arzamastsev Healthy lifestyle dietitian, nutritionist