- Tomatoes are part of the nightshade family originating from South America, but has made its way into dishes around the world. There are over a hundred varieties of tomatoes ranging from
- Tomatoes are widely known for their outstanding antioxidant content, including, of course, their oftentimes-rich concentration of lycopene. Researchers have recently found an important connection between lycopene, its antioxidant properties, and bone health.
- Intake of tomatoes has long been linked to heart health. Fresh tomatoes and tomato extracts have been shown to help lower total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides
- Click on the link below for an easy and tasty Bruschetta recipe: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/rachael-ray/bruschetta-with-tomato-and-basil-recipe.html