Do you know that the superfood tomato is both a vegetable and a fruit? Well, to your surprise, indeed it is. It is also one of the most used food items used in cooking and is considered a staple food in several countries. It is eaten raw, cooked, blended, and also in the form of juice as it is filled with many nutrients, which help in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Nutritional value of a cup (240ml) of tomato juice (approx):
- Calories: 41 grams
- Protein: 2 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Vitamin A: 22% of the Daily Value (DV)
- Vitamin C: 74% of the DV
- Vitamin K: 7% of the DV
- Vitamin B1: 8% of the DV
- Vitamin B3: 8% of the DV
- Vitamin B6: 13% of the DV
- Vitamin B9: 12% of the DV
- Magnesium: 7% of the DV
- Potassium: 16% of the DV
- Copper: 7% of the DV
- Manganese: 9% of the DV
Here are the 6 amazing health benefits of drinking tomato juice:
Promotes heart health
The potassium and vitamin B present in tomato juice control the cholesterol and blood pressure and keep their levels low. It also has lycopene and beta-carotene, which are antioxidants that protect the heart from various health issues such as heart attack, strokes, etc., and keeps it healthy.
Improves vision
The rich content of Vitamin A and several antioxidants such as Lutein and Zeaxanthin in tomato juice helps in keeping the eyes away from several eye-related diseases such as macular degeneration, cataract, night blindness, etc., and keeps the vision healthy.
Supports digestion 
Tomato juice contains a lot of fiber which helps in regulating bowel movements and easy digestion. The high water content of the tomato juice also aids in relieving constipation and enhancing digestive well-being. It also flushes out the toxin depositions from the body.
Prevents cancer
Lycopene and several other carotenoids are present in tomato juice which helps in preventing cancer, especially in the prostate, breast, and lungs, as it prevents the overgrowth of cells in the body and kills the cancer cells.
Aids in weight loss
The high fiber content of tomato juice helps in keeping the body feeling full for a long period and helps in avoiding and reducing snacking, whereas high water content of it keeps the body hydrated, which is very necessary for losing weight. This makes it one of the best juices to add to the diet of the weight loss journey
Enhances skin and hair health
Tomato juice has an abundance of Vitamin C which boosts the formation of collage into the skin and keeps it soft and supple. It also reduces wrinkles and acne and controls the production of sebum.