KOMPAS.com – Cherry tomatoes are small fruits that have a fresh and juicy taste. Even ripe cherry tomatoes are red, they taste sweet.
This tomato is quite rare on the market, unlike ordinary tomatoes. For the people of Solo City and its surroundings, the place to find cherry tomatoes is at Sukuh Gesang Ecofarm, Ngargoyoso, Karanganyar.
There, we can take home 250 grams of cherry tomatoes for free by paying an entrance ticket of IDR 25,000 per person.
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Apart from their smaller size compared to other types of tomatoes, cherry tomatoes have many health benefits.
Health benefits of cherry tomatoes
Here are some of the benefits you can get from consuming cherry tomatoes:
1. Protects from disease
Cherry tomatoes contain compounds that can fight oxidative stress, namely the imbalance between antioxidants and free radicals in the body.
Oxidative stress contributes to various diseases such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and kidney disorders.
The two main flavonoids in cherry tomatoes, namely naringin and naringenin, have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that are effective in protecting the body from various diseases.
2. Improves heart health
The plant compounds in cherry tomatoes have great benefits for heart health. This compound protects the endothelial cells that line blood vessels and prevents platelet clumping which can trigger blood clots.
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Lycopene, one of the main nutrients in cherry tomatoes, plays a role in cholesterol metabolism and fat storage, thereby helping maintain heart health.
Additionally, the chlorogenic acid in cherry tomatoes contributes to fat metabolism and reduced blood pressure.
3. Has anticancer potential
Cherry tomatoes are also known to have anticancer properties, especially for breast and prostate cancer.
Cherry tomatoes at Sukuh Gesang EcofarmA 2013 research review showed that consuming tomatoes, both raw and cooked, can reduce the risk of prostate cancer.
Additionally, high blood levels of beta carotene, one of the main carotenoids in cherry tomatoes, is thought to be associated with a lower risk of breast cancer. However, further research is still needed to confirm these benefits.
4. Improve skin health
As we age, exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light can cause dry skin, wrinkles and discoloration.
Cherry tomatoes, which are rich in carotenoids, polyphenols and antioxidants, may help protect the skin from the damaging effects of UV rays.
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Nutrients such as lycopene and beta carotene in cherry tomatoes play an important role in moisturizing the skin and maintaining its health.
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