What are the benefits of tomatoes for men, harm - the effect on potency and the body

Environmental pollution and other factors adversely affect the health of even a strong half of humanity. Vitamin vegetables and fruits come to the rescue. The benefits of tomatoes for a man's body have been proven by science and time. They were used to improve potency even in ancient times. When the state of health deteriorates, people more often turn their attention to pharmaceutical preparations, not even suspecting that many foods from the daily diet, such as tomatoes, have unique healing properties.

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Fresh ripe tomatoes look appetizing, their taste is familiar and familiar, because this product is no longer exotic

In addition to visual appeal and taste, the fruits have a rich chemical composition, which includes:

• acids (folic, malic, ascorbic, citric, oxalic);
• pectins;
• sugar (glucose, fructose);
• vitamins (A, PP, K, E, C, almost all from group B);
• carotene;
• lycopene;
• minerals and trace elements (zinc, iodine, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, iron);
• fiber.

The benefits of tomatoes for men

The richness of the composition of this product does not in any way affect its calorie content. 100 g contains only 19 kcal. Nutritionists advise to use the red gift of nature for problems with excess weight. In addition, experts give more arguments than tomatoes are useful for men. The active ingredients contained in the vegetable contribute to:

• Enhancing immunity and protecting against inflammation in the genitourinary system. The body becomes more resistant to the negative effects of harmful microorganisms that provoke diseases such as prostatitis and orchitis;
• Activation of the production of serotonin - the hormone of joy. Consequently, a person can more easily endure the consequences of overwork and stress;
• Normalization of the digestive process. Peristalsis improves, constipation is prevented, toxins and toxins are removed from the body faster;
• Reducing the risk of cancer. Tomatoes are a valuable source of antioxidants - elements that prevent not only aging, but also destroy the action of radicals, which in turn contribute to the development of cancer;
• Strengthening the musculoskeletal system. Vitamin-mineral compounds, especially vitamin K, iron and calcium make bones and joints stronger;
• Removal of excess fluid, respectively, reduction of edema;
• Improving blood circulation and all the activity of the circulatory system, including strengthening the heart muscle and blood vessels, stabilizing blood pressure, preventing the formation of blood clots;
• Regulation of insulin levels and the process of lipid metabolism in the liver;
• Opposing vision loss and cataract development.

Of course, tomatoes should not be considered a panacea for all ills and a reliable shield against many diseases, but their health benefits are obvious.

Harm and contraindications

Any obvious harm of tomatoes for the man's body has not been identified. But this is on condition that there should be a measure in everything. In the case of uncontrolled and excessive consumption of tomatoes, there is a threat of the development of diseases of the digestive tract. People who have been diagnosed should eat them with caution:

• gastritis with high acidity;
• stomach or intestinal ulcer;
• diseases of the bladder, kidneys.

Oxalic acid contained in fruits slows down water-salt metabolism, patients with gout and arthritis should be careful. There are also cases of allergic reactions, but very rarely.

Influence of tomatoes on potency and libido

For some men, the greatest value of a food product lies in its effect on male strength. It is not for nothing that even in the Middle Ages, loving French people called tomatoes "apples of love" and took them as an aphrodisiac.

Some consider this statement a myth, but the fact that tomatoes are useful for potency is a fact. And it is confirmed by the following arguments:

• The level of testosterone production is stabilized, which ensures sex drive;
• The blood flow in the pelvic organs is activated, which contributes to a stable potency;
• Reduces the risk of developing inflammation in the reproductive organs and prostate gland;
• Increased sperm production, increased sperm count.

In addition, the hormone serotonin, which is actively produced after eating a vegetable, improves mood, helps to cope with fatigue, this is important for sexual relations.

How to distinguish a useful product from a harmful one?

For eating, you should choose ripe tomatoes, without dents, spots, rot. Unnaturally large glossy fruits are often sold in stores. It is better not to use them for food.It is better to choose tomatoes that have grown and matured in natural conditions, without the use of nitrates and other chemicals.

There are many varieties: pink, orange, yellow. They taste great, but the red fruits are more beneficial.

Green and immature are the most dangerous. They contain solanine, a poisonous substance, the accumulation of which destroys red blood cells, and renal failure occurs. A person has a headache, shortness of breath, drowsiness. During maturation, the poison is destroyed and excreted.

Peculiarities of use

Red tomatoes contain lycopene. It is a pigment that is responsible for bright color, and not only, it slows down the oxidation process, that is, aging. The tomato holds the record for the content of this substance. An amazing fact - during heat treatment, the beneficial properties of lycopene are not only not lost, they are multiplied. Accordingly, canned tomatoes are even healthier than fresh ones. For health improvement, you can also use natural tomato paste and juice. The main thing is not to overdo it.