The tomato is the most important vegetable in the world. It is cultivated everywhere in the world. The fruit is a berry, thick and fleshy with two or more segments, of different shape and colors according to the variety.

• Tomatoes contain a high level of lycopene, which is a substance that is used in some of the more pricy facial cleansers that are available for purchase over-the-counter.

• High levels of lycopene in tomatoes works to reduce your chances of developing prostate, colorectal and stomach cancer.

• Tomatoes contain a considerable amount of calcium and Vitamin K.

• Tomatoes contain a great deal of Vitamin A and Vitamin C. This is primarily because these vitamins and beta-carotene work as antioxidants to neutralize harmful free radicals in the blood.

• Because of the Vitamin B and potassium in tomatoes, they are effective in reducing cholesterol levels and lowering blood pressure.

Store tomatoes in a single layer at room temperature away from direct sunlight. It should be refrigerated if needs to be store for long time.