Tomato is considered both as a fruit and a vegetable. Tomatoes are grown in all countries across the globe and there are numerous cultivators. Tomatoes are used for cooking as well as for various beauty treatments. 

The health benefits of tomatoes include vitamin A, vitamin C, Vitamin K as well as significant amounts of Vitamin B6, folate, and thiamine. They are also a good source of potassium, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus and copper. They have dietary fiber and protein.

Few benefits of tomatoes:

1. Tomato contains a large amount of lycopene, an antioxidant that is highly effective in scavenging cancer- causing free radicals. These are effective in fighting prostate cancer, cervical cancer, cancer of stomach and rectum as well as pharynx and esophageal cancers. It also protects against breast and mouth cancer.

2. Tomato contains vitamin K, which is essential for blood clotting and controlling bleeding.

3. Vitamin C is a natural antioxidant which prevents cancer causing free radicals from damaging the body’s system, tomato comprises about 40% of the same.

4. Forming tomatoes as part of your daily consumption has proven to decrease the levels of LDL cholesterol and triglycerides in blood. 

5. The presence of vitamin A in high quantities has been shown to reduce the effects of carcinogens found in cigarettes and can protect against lung cancer.

6. Due to Vitamin A content, it helps in improving vision and is a powerful antioxidant.

7. Tomatoes have a high amount of fiber which reduces symptoms of constipation and irritated bowels. It helps overall in digestion.

8. A study shows that consumption of tomatoes reduces the stress of type 2 diabetes.

9. Topical application of tomato juice is even known to cure severe sunburns. It is good for maintaining oral health, bones, skin and hair.

10. Its consumption eliminates toxins from the body as well as excess water, salts, uric acid and some fats as well.

Disclaimer: Please note that we are not doctors and do not consider this as medical advice. Do consult your doctor depending on your health scenarios before following any tips/remedies found on the internet.