5 interesting facts about tomatoes
Tomatoes are a very rich source of antioxidants. Since the main carotenoid, the organic pigment in tomatoes - lycopene, is fat-soluble (that is, for its absorption, which happens more slowly, there must be fat in the food), it is good to season the tomatoes with olive oil or another healthy fat.
If you have contaminated copper items, from jewelry to pots, you can use tomato juice. Its salt and acid help remove copper oxide, leaving objects made of this metal with a bright shine.
If you pluck an unripe tomato, just place it next to apples and bananas. They release ethylene gas (a natural growth hormone) which accelerates the ripening process.
Tomatoes have an antiseptic effect. Fresh tomato juice helps against inflammation or blood clots. The vitamin C and beta-carotene in tomatoes are excellent antioxidants and help neutralize free radicals that increase the risk of developing cancer and inflammation.
In the 17th century in Britain, they thought that tomatoes were poisonous. This continued until the 18th century, when tomatoes became a staple of the Island's menu.