Calories in Cherry Tomatoes

Tomatoes are one of those species of fruits which undergo rapid ripening during summer thus, they stay more vulnerable to getting rotted if not used. With an attempt to curb this process of rapid ripening, two scientists came up with the invention of the cultivar of tomatoes, and named the species as cherry tomatoes. These genetically modified products can be as small as a fingertip to as big as a golf ball. Those two scientists were Prof. Haim Rabinowitch and Prof. Nachum Kedar. The "Sweet 100" and "Gardener's Delight" are known to be the most popular varieties of this species of tomatoes in the United States and British, respectively. These stuffs do great in salads and a variety of appetizers. I love then grilled or roasted, mixed with a pinch of pepper and green chillies. Hmm... It sure makes my mouth watery!

Cherry Tomatoes Nutritional Facts

To cut the long story short, the calories count of cherry tomatoes is 20, for a serving size of 85 g. Now let us move on to the basic nutrition facts of these tomatoes, which would be followed by their health benefits. The nutritional values are based on a 2000 calorie diet and for the serving size of 85 g.

Nutrients	Values
Sodium	10 mg (0%)
Total carbohydrate	4.0 g (1%)
Dietary fiber	1.0 g (4%)
Sugars	2.0 g
Protein	1.0 g
Vitamin A	500 IU 10%
Vitamin C	9 mg (15%)
Iron	0.36 mg (2%)
Magnesium	8 mg
Potassium	190 mg
Manganese	0.077 mg
Thiamin	0.077 mg
Riboflavin	0.043 mg
Niacin	0.4 mg
Pantothenic acid	0.204 mg

Cherry Tomatoes Health Benefits

• Perhaps one of the most important nutritional facts of these tomatoes, and any other kind of tomatoes for that matter, is boosting the immune system with antioxidants. These fruits contain what is known as the lycopene; a carotenoid. Extensive researches were done and are till under process, investigating the property of this antioxidant to prevent cancer. Apart from this, it also helps in keeping heart diseases at bay.
• People who include cherry and other kinds of tomatoes in their regular meal, show low instances of colon problems.
• Men who consume these fruits as a part of their regular diet, stay less vulnerable to develop prostate cancer and other problems associated with this gland.
• The contribution of cherry tomatoes in preventing and treating anemia is something that cannot be missed, nor the fact that these fruits help in lowering cholesterol levels and risks of blood-clotting in the body.
• Migraines are reduced to some extent, and so are symptoms of inflammation, stress, and high blood sugar.
• They also aid to the development of stronger bones, and slowing down the aging signs and symptoms. This is why, people who love tomatoes, enjoy a healthier and clearer skin.

To conclude, symptoms of liver diseases and conditions such as gallstones, can also be improved with the help of these little red wonders. If you suppose the article has missed out something, then you are always welcome to add to the data with your own research, via the comment box.