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"Lao Liu, why is your skin so good? Ten years younger than us!" In the small park in the north of the city, several old friends sat around the chessboard, constantly casting surprised glances at Uncle Liu who was sitting on the side.
Uncle Liu is 64 years old this year, he was an electrician before he retired, and he has been diligent all his life, and the wrinkles on his face have witnessed his years of wind and frost. In recent months, however, his changes have surprised everyone. The skin looks a lot better and the whole person looks refreshed.
"Oh, what's this, it's just eating a tomato every night, and I insisted on it for four months, but I didn't expect it to work so well. Uncle Liu smiled and shook his head, as if this change was very simple.
As soon as the words fell, Aunt Zhang couldn't help but interject: "That's it, Uncle Liu, don't sell it, tell us in detail, what is the mystery of this tomato?"
Uncle Liu happily began to tell the little secret behind this. Actually, it all started with a study he came across a few months ago about food and skin health.
Lycopene helps defend against free radical damage caused by environmental factors, which can accelerate the aging process of skin cells, leading to fine lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation in the skin.
While vitamin C not only helps fight free lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that absorbs UV rays and reduces damage caused by UV rays, vitamin C helps in the synthesis of collagen in the skin, making the skin firmer and more elastic.
"Actually, you may not believe it, there is also a kind of tomato called tomatoine, which can regulate blood lipids, prevent cardiovascular disease, and is super good for the body. ”
The old friends around me listened with relish, and many of them began to plan to try this method at home. And just when everyone was talking, Uncle Li suddenly raised a question: "Uncle Liu, you said that these tomatoes have so many benefits, will there be any side effects if you eat too much?"
"I've also checked this, and although tomatoes are good, they can't be excessive. Especially for people with kidney disease or excess stomach acid, the oxalic acid in tomatoes may cause some problems. However, one a day, with proper control, is very healthy for most people. In short, it's still the same old saying, just do it in moderation. ”
Everyone was very satisfied with Uncle Liu's answer, and they all said that they wanted to start trying it. This afternoon's gathering not only allowed everyone to enjoy the fun of the chess game, but also gave them a new understanding of healthy eating.
And Uncle Liu has become a spokesperson for healthy food in the community. Today, however, he would like to share an even more unique point of view – tomatoes are not only good for the skin, but also good for the eyes.
"You know no, tomatoes are not only anti-aging artifacts, but also super good for the eyes. I used to feel blurry when I saw things, and the ophthalmologist said it was a precursor to presbyopia. ”
"Later, I checked, and the lycopene in tomatoes not only antioxidant, but also reduces the oxidative stress of the retina and protects the eyes from photodamage. Uncle Liu said, revealing a look of great admiration for this red fruit.
Everyone listened to it with relish, and even with it, they were full of respect for the tomatoes in Uncle Liu's hands. He continued: "This is not my nonsense, you can check on the Internet, and eating foods rich in lycopene can indeed fight eye diseases, such as macular degeneration, which is a common eye disease in old age. ”
These words made everyone more convinced, after all, Uncle Liu's change is a living example. They nodded their heads as they mentally calculated that they would increase their intake of tomatoes when they returned home.
At this moment, Uncle Wang suddenly asked, "Uncle Liu, if you are a diabetic like me, do you need to pay attention to anything when eating tomatoes?"
Uncle Liu pondered for a moment, and then replied: "That's a good question, tomatoes themselves are low in sugar and safe for diabetics." But you have to be careful not to eat tomato products with added sugar, such as ketchup. Naturally ripened tomatoes are the healthiest, they have a low glycemic index and do not cause a sharp rise in blood sugar. ”
Others have also said they want to make changes to their eating habits and try to include tomatoes in their daily diet.
This day's party not only allowed everyone to enjoy a pleasant chat, but also allowed them to gain a lot of health knowledge from Uncle Liu's experience. And Uncle Liu's topic has also made tomatoes, an ordinary food, continue to improve the status in their hearts.
What do you think about the benefits of eating tomatoes?