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Cherry Tomato

Lycopene for heart and skin protection

What is Cherry Tomato?

Tomatoes are the leading source of lycopene — a powerful antioxidant most absorbed when cooked with fat. Strong evidence for prostate and heart health.

Key nutrients (per 100g cooked)

Approximate values — varies by variety, season, and preparation method.

Vitamin C28%
Lycopenehigh
Potassium7%
Folate5%

Conditions Cherry Tomato may help

Each condition below has a complete food-based healing plan. Cherry Tomato fits into the eat-list of these conditions.

Best preparation & usage

Cook with olive oil — lycopene absorption increases 4x. Make tomato sauce. Eat raw in salads. Sun-dried for concentrated flavour.

Why Cherry Tomato works

Who should avoid or limit

Acidic — may worsen acid reflux. Histamine-rich — limit with hives. Nightshade family — some inflammatory conditions react.

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Sources & further reading

Nutrition figures on this page come from standard food composition data. These links let you check the numbers and read the underlying research yourself rather than taking our word for it.