Tomato was discovered for the first time in the Aztec regions, and then spread to America and Europe. The origin of the word tomato comes from the word Tomati, which the Aztec people used to call this delicious red fruit. The most important characteristics of this fruit:
- Tomatoes can be eaten in many shapes in a variety of dishes. Tomatoes are cooked, canned and fresh. Tomatoes are also an essential ingredient for many dishes. Tomato juice, tomato paste and dried tomatoes are also available. Tomatoes contain folic acid, vitamin E, potassium, iron And phosphorus.
- A medium-sized tomato contains 22 calories, 1 gram of protein, 5 grams of carbohydrates and 1.5 grams of fiber. The most important benefits of tomatoes are that they help tomatoes reduce cholesterol, help tomatoes maintain blood sugar, Helps treat kidney stones, help treat stroke and heart attacks, reduce the risk of obesity, have anti-inflammatory properties.
- Tomatoes contain antioxidants called lycopene, compounds that prevent cancer cells from forming. Tomatoes are rich in dietary fiber, which can help maintain appetite. Tomatoes contain vitamin C, which is important for the immune system to defend and maintain the health of the body. Tomatoes help build strong bones. Tomatoes contain beta-carotene, a vitamin A essential for the health of eyesight. Tomatoes are low in calories, which can help lose weight.
- There are many types of tomatoes, there is red round large size, and there are cherry tomatoes, which resemble in the form of cherry fruit, but a little larger, and characterized by the abundance of liquid inside, and there is another type characterized by low content of liquid, and characterized by containing less amount of seeds, The latter resembles the fruit of pear (pear) but in small amounts of liquid.
- Tomatoes can be grown at home by placing a few seeds for small seedlings that can then be moved to a larger place to be free to grow. Then they are placed in front of a window that enters the sunlight and watering them. After about ten days, the small seedlings begin moving. With the addition of a little organic compost, and cut the leaves only the upper leaves of them, and thus be ready for the new phase
- The tomato plant should be kept three times a day. Good care will increase the chance of having tasty tomatoes and a beautiful red color.