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Diabetes : Tomatoes - a superfood for diabetes patients

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Dr. Akshay Jain, Endocrinologist, Sarah Ware, Registered Dietician, and Nick Pratap, Kinesiologist, talk about the health benefits of tomatoes in relation to diabetes management.

Dr. Akshay Jain, Endocrinologist, Sarah Ware, Registered Dietician, and Nick Pratap, Kinesiologist, talk about the health benefits of tomatoes in relation to diabetes management.

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Presenter: Dr. Akshay Jain, Endocrinologist, Surrey, BC

Local Practitioners: Endocrinologist

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The Health Benefits of Eating Tomatoes

Questions
 
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1

Tomatoes are high in lycopene.

Explanation:

Tomatoes are high in lycopene, an antioxidant that fights free radicals.

2

A nutritionist or registered dietitian can help ensure you’re getting enough nutrients.

3

There is no such thing as a tomato allergy.

Explanation:

Tomatoes contain lutein and zeaxanthin, which may help protect your eyes from the blue light that smartphones and computers give off.

4

Tomatoes will not reduce your risk of developing heart disease.

Explanation:

The lycopene in tomatoes may help lower LDL cholesterol and blood pressure, reducing your risk of developing heart disease.

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