Vitamins and Minerals
Tomato has Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. Tomato also contains potassium and folate.
Essential to (Body parts/Functions)
Tomato is beneficial for heart health. It saves you from many cardiovascular diseases like heart attacks and strokes. It lowers your blood pressure and bad cholesterol level. Tomato has anti-cancer properties and fights against the growth of free radicals. Tomatoes are also useful for skin. It keeps your skin healthy and looking younger.
Origin and Usage
Tomato is native to the Americas. It belongs to the family Solanaceae. Tomatoes are round, oblate, pear-shaped. They have a sweet, tart, and tangy taste. They are eaten raw as a garnish for salads. Tomatoes are also used in sandwiches, meat, pasta, and in many other vegetable dishes.
Varieties and types
Cherry tomatoes, Grape tomatoes, Roma tomatoes, Beefsteak tomatoes, and Green tomatoes are some famous types of tomatoes.
Production
China, India, the USA, and Turkey are the largest producers of tomatoes.
Reference(s)
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/foods/tomatoes#ripening