What are the benefits of eating tomatoes for the elderly?

　　Tomatoes are recognized healthy Food, if tomatoes are made into sauce, it will be more suitable elderly edible.

　　The antioxidant component lycopene in tomatoes has been proven to reduce arterial blockage and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. disease opportunity, and the process of heating and cooking it into tomato sauce can further improve the antioxidant effect of lycopene. Moreover, fiber can be softened, allowing the elderly to consume dietary fiber while making it easier for the stomach and intestines to accept it.

　　At the same time, tomatoes made into sauce also retain a large amount of vitamins A, C, fiber, B vitamins, various minerals, protein and natural pectin, which are good for breast cancer, lung cancer, Uterus It has preventive effects on endometrial cancer and colon cancer.

　　Also, tomato The sauce tastes sour and sweet, which can increase appetite, and tomato sauce is easier to digest and absorb than fresh tomatoes. And it is very convenient to eat. If the elderly are inconvenient to cook on the fire, they can put more ketchup on rice and steamed buns for breakfast and dinner. They can also add some ketchup when frying cauliflower, tofu and other dishes.