Tip #5: Best Timing To Eat Healthy Foods

Tip #5: Tomatoes

Tomatoes are a delicious vegetable. They are sweet, juicy, and very tasty. They are also very good for you. They contain folate and potassium, as well as vitamins A, C, and K. These nutrients, coupled with high levels of calcium, means that a tomato is very good for strengthening and repairing bones. Plus, they are naturally low in sodium, saturated fat, and (most importantly) calories. On top of all of that good news, a serving of tomatoes will give you 2 grams of fiber, which is 7% of your daily recommended amount. They also have a high water content, so they can leave you feeling very full. This is very helpful when you are trying to lose or keep your weight in check and want to avoid unhealthy snacking.

Best Timing:

The best time to eat tomatoes is at breakfast or lunch. A grilled tomato is delicious on a slice of toast. It’s a brilliant first meal because the acids contained within tomatoes facilitate the digestive process and help regulate your stomach functions. Plus, since they are filling they will keep you going all morning. For a lunchtime fix, you can add sliced tomatoes to sandwiches or salads. Tomatoes and spinach together is not only delicious, but also a truly healthy lunch.

Try to avoid eating tomatoes too late at night as they do contain an acid called oxalic acid. This acid can have a negative effect on the water and salt combination in your stomach and affect your metabolism, leading to swelling, and stomach pains before you go to bed.

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