Are tomatoes really a vegetable or a fruit? Most people think that tomato is a vegetable, but researchers in South America say that tomatoes belong to the fruit category. Tomatoes, eaten both green and cooked, can be found in salads, pizzas, and drinks. Experts say that eating tomatoes is very beneficial for health. What are the benefits of tomatoes? It contains vitamin C, potassium, vitamin K and folate. Tomatoes provide 28 percent of the daily vitamin C required by the body. Vitamin C has the ability to fight cancer-causing factors. Especially to prevent tumors that can cause prostate cancer. Tomatoes are also good for healthy blood pressure, heart health, eye health, skin, hair and nails. Constipation can also be prevented. Doctors recommend folic acid for pregnant women. It is found in tomatoes, so pregnant women should eat them regularly.
Experts say that everyone should eat one to five tomatoes a day. Many varieties of tomatoes exist. So when we say the number, there may be a difference when we look at it in our country. Tomatoes are low in calories and high in water. Regular consumption of tomatoes is generally safe however; the malic acid and citric acid in tomatoes can also cause acidity, so those who have digestive problems and gastro diseases should not eat too many tomatoes, because it can cause kidney stones.
