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Which tomatoes are healthier – red or yellow: what is important when buying vegetables
16.09.2024 20:36
Updated: 27.09.2024 21:06
It is well known that fruits and vegetables of different colors have different effects on the body. This has been proven in relation to bell peppers and apples.
It is logical that the same rule applies to multi-colored tomatoes.
There is a great variety of tomatoes. They are not only red or yellow, but also orange, purple, pink, striped, black and perhaps these are not all the colors and shades.
We will tell you about the effects of the most common tomatoes on the body.
Red tomatoes
Rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that protects against free radicals. Also contains vitamin A, C, potassium.
Pink tomatoes
Rich in anthocyanins, antioxidants that reduce inflammation. Also contains vitamin C, A and potassium.
Yellow and orange
They contain a lot of carotene, an antioxidant that protects against cardiovascular diseases and cancer. They also contain vitamin C, B6 and potassium.
Similar in composition to orange tomatoes. They contain beta-carotene, strengthen the immune system, protect against a number of diseases, and are rich in vitamin C and A.
Green tomatoes (unripe)
They contain fewer nutrients than ripe fruits, but they contain vitamins C and K, and a lot of iron and potassium.
Black tomatoes
The anthocyanins included in the composition improve vision and brain function, contain vitamin C, iron and copper.
These tomatoes contain more antioxidants than regular tomato varieties and are considered healthier.
But it is worth noting that the color of tomatoes has almost no effect on taste, and the main feature to focus on when buying is quality.
