It’s hard to miss the tomato. This classic red fruit has been a huge part of the Italian dining experience for hundreds of years. The Italians embraced it not only for its great flavor, but also its superior health benefits.

Tomatoes contain many valuable nutrients, including a strong dose of vitamin A and vitamin C. What makes the tomato particularly valuable is that it is the single best source of a nutrient known as lycopene, a form of pigmentation that is responsible for the fruit’s red coloration. This pigment is a strong antioxidant that fights free radicals in your body, protecting your cells from damage. A diet rich in lycopene gives you a significantly lower chance of developing prostate cancer, cervical cancer, rectal cancer, colon cancer, stomach cancer, oral cancer, and more. It also lowers your levels of harmful cholesterol and prevents heart disease.

There are numerous delicious ways to make tomato a bigger part of your diet at IL Bistro. Visit our Seattle Italian restaurant today to enjoy some of your favorites.