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In Season: Canned Tomatoes

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Read about the benefits of lycopene-packed canned tomatoes in the new issue of Body + Soul magazine.

Why is more lycopene a good thing? Many of its health benefits are believed to derive from its powerful antioxidant properties. Lycopene's ability to counter oxidative stress is thought to be largely responsible for its role in fighting cancer and heart disease. In a landmark study, Harvard University researchers discovered that men who consumed 10 servings of tomato products a week reduced their risk of prostate cancer by as much as 45 percent. Research also suggests that lycopene can reduce the threat of other cancers, such as those of the colon, stomach, cervix, skin, and breast, as well as help to prevent atherosclerosis and heart disease... ( Read more )

 

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