Eat lots of fruit and veg

Eat lots of fruit and veg Most people know we should be eating more fruit and veg. But most of us still aren't eating enough. Try to eat at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and veg every day. It might be easier than you think. You could try adding up your portions during the day. For example, you could have: a glass of juice and a sliced banana with your cereal at breakfast a side salad at lunch a pear as an afternoon snack a portion of peas or other vegetables with your evening meal You can choose from fresh, frozen, tinned, dried or juiced, but remember potatoes count as a starchy food, not as portions of fruit and veg

THE HUMBLE TOMATOE’S SECRET

Thursday, November 5th, 2009

Scientists at Reading University in England have discovered that the humble tomato has a little secret. Researchers are not sure at the moment which properties in the tomato help to suppress appetite, but studies have concluded that women who eat more tomatoes feel more full and are therefore less likely to snack in between meals.

The Reading Uni scientists think that the lycopene could be the magic ingredient. Lycopene is the pigment that makes tomatoes red and also has other health benefits including properties that can help deter cancer. Tomatoes are also excellent at reducing cholesterol levels and help to boost male fertility.

Whatever the secret ingredient in tomatoes is, it is certain that they can now be added to our list of foods that can help people lose weight.

So, to get started on the tomato diet, all you need to do is eat more tomatoes!

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Eat lots of fruit and veg

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THE HUMBLE TOMATOE’S SECRET