Tomato is a very consumed fruit in Brazil, mainly due to its versatility. This food is part of salads, sauces and pizzas, but in addition to these preparations, today we will talk about the tomato juice benefits. So, check it out and find out why you should include this drink in your daily life.
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Benefits of tomato juice
1. Prevents cancer
Tomato is rich in lycopene, a bioactive compound with antioxidant action that protects cells from free radicals. Therefore, frequent consumption of tomato juice helps prevent cancer.
2. Helps in the weight loss process
Tomato is low in calories, so its juice is excellent for those who want to lose a few pounds. In this sense, it should be noted that the drink should not be sweetened with sugar, but consumed pure or sweetened only with dietary sweeteners.
3. Strengthens immunity
Tomato juice strengthens immunity as it is rich in vitamin C, which is very important for the body's defense system. Therefore, if you are experiencing a flu or a cold, make a tomato juice, which will still help you maintain hydration.
4. Leaves skin looking younger
Lycopene is also great for the skin, as this compound fights premature aging. Thus, regular consumption of tomato juice will ensure that you have more youthful looking skin.
Simple tomato juice recipe
The preparation time is only 5 minutes and the yield is one portion. Plus, it's a super easy recipe. You will only need two skinless and seedless tomatoes and an American cup (200 ml) of ice water. So, just put all the ingredients in the blender, beat for a minute and serve right after.
Option: tomato juice with cucumber and mint
If you want a different recipe, you can combine tomatoes with cucumber and some mint leaves to make a refreshing and even more nutritious juice. That's because cucumber is rich in potassium and peppermint contains great amounts of phosphorus.
To prepare this juice, take a ripe tomato, half a cucumber, a pinch of salt and a 200 ml glass of water, put everything in a blender and blend for one minute. Then coe, add some ice cubes and consume the drink!