Tomatoes

The food of the week on the website, [|The World's Healthiest Foods] is the tomato because they are being harvested locally and therefore are fresher, more flavorful and less expensive than at other times of the year. The bright red, vine-ripened tomato is a wonderful addition to any salad or sandwich. And, did you know that tomatoes are an excellent source of lycopene? Lycopene helps reduce the risk of certain cancers and helps prevent hardening of the arteries. Also, make sure to include healthy oils to the mix! The latest research indicates that the fat-soluble carotenoids in our food is absorbed best when a little fat or oil are present.