Are Tomatoes Bioavailable? How to Maximize Your Nutrient Absorption
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5 min read
A single serving of heat-processed tomato paste has been shown to yield 2.5-fold higher peak concentrations of lycopene in the bloodstream than an equivalent amount of fresh tomatoes. This fact highlights a crucial, yet often misunderstood, aspect of eating tomatoes: their bioavailability depends heavily on how they are prepared. Raw tomatoes contain lycopene, but cooking and adding fat unlocks its full potential for your body to absorb.
