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Tomato Facts: tomatoes are heart-healthy. Tomatoes help lower cholesterol. Since a tomato has 0 grams of cholesterol, it doesnât add cholesterol to the diet. Plus, a cup of fresh tomato provides 9% of the DV for fiber, which has been shown to lower high cholesterol levels. Tomatoes are also a good source of niacin (vitamin B3), which has been used for years as a safe way to lower high cholesterol levels. Tomatoes reduce the risk of heart disease. Tomatoes are a very good source of potassium.
The tomato is without a doubt one of America's favorite health foods and considering the amount of lycopene consumed in the form of ketchup and pizza sauce, it makes one wonder what our rate of heart disease and cancer would be without this food.