The popular food that we all know and does wonders for the heart
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There are more reasons to start eating cherry tomatoes. According to nutritionist Victor Machado, they are rich in nutrients and can help fight various diseases, in addition to reducing cardiovascular problems.
To the newspaper Metrópoles, the specialist highlighted four benefits. Namely:
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1- Improves immunity, as it contains vitamin C and beta-carotene;
2- Reduces the risk of cancer, thanks to the presence of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant;
3- Contributes to cardiovascular health, due to the amount of antioxidants;
4- Reduces constipation. This is because it has cellulose, hemicelluloses and soluble and insoluble fibers, which benefit intestinal health.
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