Paraffin wax, used in some candles, is not based upon the ester functional group, but is a mixture of high molecular weight alkanes. Ear wax is a mixture of phospholipids and esters of cholesterol. The waxes with their component alcohols and fatty acids are listed in the table on the left.
One has to be careful to eat tomatoes in moderation when on a low carb diet. The 5 grams of carbs in a regular sized tomato is virtually nothing, so you can have quite a few. The moderation is because these carbohydrates are not complex. In tomatoes, youâll find the essential nutrient lycopene (amongst others). Itâs found in many red/pink fruits, but is in abundance in cooked tomatoes.
Tomatoes are rich in potassium, a mineral most of us don't get enough of. A cup of tomato juice contains 534 milligrams of potassium, and 1/2 cup of tomato sauce has 454 milligrams. When tomatoes are eaten along with healthier fats, like avocado or olive oil, the body's absorption of the carotenoid phytochemicals in tomatoes can increase by two to 15 times, according to a study from Ohio State University.