Tomato Nutrition: A Tomato a Day Keeps the Heart Doctor Away
Tomato Nutrition Most people have heard the advice, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” This bit of advice is over a century old. The first version recorded was in the 1866 edition of Notes and Queries which states, “Eat an apple on going to bed, and you’ll keep the doctor from earning his bread.” In general, substituting a fiber-rich apple for high-calorie foods, sweets, or processed products with high-fructose corn syrup is a great idea. Apples are also good sources of vitamin C, they clean our teeth, help with colon health, and they may help lower risk of dementia. However, even if you eat an apple daily, it is still a good idea to see your primary care doctor for regular check-ups. Tomatoes for...
