Research
Micronutrients & recovery
Tomato consumption, specifically due to lycopene, is associated with a reduced risk of prostate, colorectal, and gastric cancers, as well as cardiovascular disease.
Eat tomatoes regularly, whether fresh or processed (like sauce or paste). Processed forms often have higher lycopene, which is linked to lower risks of prostate and other cancers.
ModerateSupportsMEDIUM confidence
Several research investigations have shown an inverse relationship between plasma/serum lycopene concentrations and risk of some cancers... breast, colorectal, gastric/upper gastrointestinal, and prostate cancers
Why this rating
Based on observational studies and epidemiological data; causal mechanisms are less established.
Source
Nutritional Quality and Health Benefits of Vegetables: A Review
João Silva Dias · Food and Nutrition Sciences · 2012
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