Drink Tomato Soup Daily: Drinking a hot bowl of tomato soup on cold winter nights not only gives pleasure, but it is also beneficial for the body in many ways. Experts have been saying that lycopene, vitamin C, beta carotene and antioxidants present in tomatoes are very beneficial for the heart, skin, eyes and immunity. Drinking it daily not only keeps the body warm, but it also helps in preventing cold, cholesterol and many diseases. Tomato soup, which is called a power tonic of both taste and health, can become a companion for your health in winters.
Nutrients in Tomato Soup-
Protein: 3.08 grams
Fat: 11.9 grams
Carbohydrates: 16.3 grams
Fiber: 2.55 grams
Calcium: 48.4 mg
Magnesium: 25.5 mg
Potassium: 469 mg
Vitamin C: 15.3 mg
Beta Carotene: 959 micrograms
Vitamin E: 1.84 mg
Lutein and Zeaxanthin: 110 mcg
Other Nutrients: Choline, Selenium, Vitamin K, Lycopene, Retinol, Vitamin A, Phosphorus and Iron
All these nutrients help in keeping the body healthy, increasing immunity and helping in the health of heart, skin and eyes.
Why should one drink tomato soup?
Power of Antioxidants
According to TOI news, antioxidants like lycopene, flavonoids and vitamins C, E present in tomato soup protect the body from free radicals and oxidative stress. This means that tomato soup helps reduce the risk of diabetes, heart disease and brain diseases.
cancer protection
Lycopene gives red color to tomatoes and is also helpful in preventing cancer. Research suggests that eating more lycopene reduces overall cancer risk by 5–11%. Especially in women, the risk of breast cancer also reduces by about 28%. The beta and alpha carotene present in it also help in this work.
good for skin and eyes
The cold air of winter makes your skin dry, but tomato soup is the solution for this too. Beta carotene and lycopene protect the skin from UV damage, and lutein and zeaxanthin protect the eyes. It filters harmful blue light into the eyes and improves vision.
heart and cholesterol
Tomato soup is also very beneficial for the heart. It reduces total and LDL cholesterol and improves the functioning of HDL cholesterol. Lycopene reduces cholesterol absorption in the intestine and keeps the heart healthy.
immunity booster
The easiest thing to prevent cold in winter is tomato soup. Vitamin C present in it increases immunity and reduces the symptoms of cold. Meaning, not only taste, it also helps the body to fight diseases.
Next time you think of drinking something hot in the cold, remember to make tomato soup. It can be had with bread, toast or crispy bread and the whole family can enjoy it.
(Disclaimer: The information and information given in this article is based on general assumptions. Hindi news18 does not confirm these. Contact the concerned expert before implementing them.)
