A rich red nutrition

Earthbound Farm Organic Tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamins C and A, and a good source of vitamin K and potassium. This summer vegetable gets its bright red color from an antioxidant called lycopene.  While more evidence is needed, research links lycopene to a number of potential health benefits when eaten as part of a low-fat, heart-healthy diet. Tomato products account for 85% of the lycopene in Americans’ diets, and cooking tomatoes converts the lycopene into a form that’s easier for the body to use. 

Tomatoes are also packed with vitamin C, which promotes wound healing, supports the immune system, and aids in skin health. Vitamin C also has antioxidant properties that, as part of a healthy diet, may play a role in reducing the risk of certain chronic diseases. And vitamin C helps the body absorb plant-based iron — try adding juicy sliced tomatoes to a fresh spinach salad to maximize your iron absorption.