QUESTION: Which vitamin present in tomato?
ANS:
- High content of vitamin C is present in tomatoes.
- The concentration of vitamin C in tomatoes can vary depending on factors such as
- Tomato variety
- Ripeness
- Storage conditions
- It helps neutralize oxidative stress and reduce inflammation, which are associated with various chronic diseases.
- Consuming vitamin C-rich foods like tomatoes alongside iron-containing foods can help improve iron absorption and prevent iron deficiency.
- They also contain other vitamins such as vitamin A, vitamin K, and several B vitamins, although in smaller amounts.
| Nutrient | Concentration per 100g | Function |
| Vitamin C | 14 mg (23% of RDI) | · Antioxidant
· Immune support · Collagen synthesis |
| Vitamin A | 833 IU (17% of RDI) | · Vision health
· Immune function · Skin health |
| Vitamin K | 8.1 mcg (10% of RDI) | · Blood clotting
· Bone health |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | · Promotes digestion
· Aids in satiety |
| Calories | 18 kcal | · Energy source |
| Carbohydrates | 3.9 g | · Energy source |
| Protein | 0.9 g | · Building and repairing tissues |
| Fat | 0.2 g | · Source of essential fatty acids |
| Lycopene | 2573 mcg | · Antioxidant
· May help reduce the risk of certain cancers |
| Beta-carotene | 1011 mcg | · Converts to vitamin A
· Antioxidant |
| Potassium | 237 mg (5% of RDI) | · Maintains fluid balance
· Supports nerve function |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.05 mg (4% of RDI) | · Energy metabolism
· Nerve function |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.03 mg (2% of RDI) | · Energy metabolism
· Antioxidant |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.6 mg (4% of RDI) | · Energy metabolism
· Skin health |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08 mg (4% of RDI) | · Brain function
· Metabolism · Immune support |
| Folate | 15 mcg (4% of RDI) | · DNA synthesis,
· Red blood cell production |
| Manganese | 0.15 mg (7% of RDI) | · Antioxidant
· Bone health · Metabolism |
| Copper | 0.04 mg (4% of RDI) | · Enzyme function
· Iron absorption |