Tomatoes Orange - 3 Pcs

Netherland

To store tomatoes, keep them at room temperature, away from direct sunlight, and use them within a few days. Do not store them in the fridge, as this can cause them to lose flavor and become mealy in texture. If you have leftover sliced or chopped tomatoes, you can store them in the fridge for up to 2 days, but it's best to use them as soon as possible. Do not wash tomatoes until you are ready to use them, as moisture can cause them to spoil faster. Store tomatoes stem-side down, as this can help to prevent moisture from accumulating around the stem and causing the tomato to spoil.

In a recent study led by the USDA, it was found that orange colored tomatoes, like the Sweet Tangerine, are a better source of the powerful antioxidant, lycopene, than red tomatoes because of the different forms of lycopene that the two tomato types provide. Research is showing that the body more efficiently absorbs the lycopene in orange tomatoes than that of red tomatoes. Lycopene is linked to eye and heart health, and it is also being studied for its uses in preventing some types of cancer. In addition to their antioxidant-rich content, tomatoes are also a great source of vitamins A and C, folic acid, potassium and iron.

3 orange tomatoes, loose in paper bag.