Tomato Paste 700 grams

Tomato paste is considered as the best natural source of lycopene. Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant from the vitamin A family. This powerful antioxidant is very effective in eliminating harmful free radicals in the body. Lycopene prevents stomach, lung, prostate cancer and stroke. Although the amount of vitamin C in fresh tomatoes is much higher than tomato paste, it should be said that one spoon of tomato paste contains 3.5 mg of vitamin C. This amount of vitamin C is relatively high for one tablespoon of a food item. Tomato paste contains vitamin K and various B vitamins. The amount of iron in one tablespoon of it is approximately 5 mg. Among the other benefits of this food is the high amount of potassium in it. Tomato paste has many benefits in the prevention and treatment of prostate cancer. Research has shown that people who consume more lycopene have a lower risk of prostate cancer due to the high levels of the antioxidant. Lycopene also reduces the risk of stroke in men. Tomato paste contains large amounts of lycopene. This product has a natural and purple color and is used as a coloring agent in most foods. It does not contain preservatives, so it should be stored in the refrigerator after opening.