Are Tomatoes Rich in Vitamins?

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Are Tomatoes Rich in Vitamins?

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Tomatoes and Vitamin Content

Tomatoes (one 180g serving) are high in Vitamin C and Vitamin K. They also contain Riboflavin and Folate.

Riboflavin equired for the proper development of the skin, lining of the digestive tract, blood cells, and brain function.

Vitamin C, also called ascorbic acid, is water soluble and is said to be good for your immune system. If you don't have enough you may develop scurvy and have other problems like wound healing.

Vitamin K is a fat soluble vitamin that is essential for blood clotting. As you may have guessed having a definciency may lead to problems with bleeding.

Folate, a form of Vitamin B9, is also water soluble and is needed to make DNA and RNA in the body. Luckily, vegetables like tomatoes are a good source.

Eat and be healthy.

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