The tree tomato is a fruit that provides several health benefits, among which are improving vision and the appearance of the skin.
Additionally, vitamin A is used in topical creams to reduce fine wrinkles, blemishes and rough skin, and to treat acne, according to the Mayo Clinic, a nonprofit clinical practice, education and research organization. investigation.
Along the same lines, other properties of tree tomato include that “it is rich in phenolic compounds, flavonoids, anthocyanins, and carotenoids, as well as vitamins and minerals that give it its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, lipid-lowering, chemoprotective, and hypoglycemic properties.”
Similarly, this fruit provides other benefits such as: vitamin B6, vitamin C and vitamin E and minerals such as calcium, iron, phosphorus and magnesium.
Regarding consumption, the Portuguese portal pointed out that it can “to be consumed whole, in the form of juice, preserves or in jams”.
He also pointed out that “The tree tomato can be included in the daily diet like any other fruit, and should be preferred whole. The daily recommendation for fruit in general is two to three servings a day. The recommended serving size of tree tomato is approximately 100 grams, which is equivalent to a unit and 1/2″.
Nutritional information per 100 grams of tree tomato
- Calories: 58 calories.
- Proteins: 1,7 g.
- Lipids: 0,1 g.
- Carbohydrates: 12.5g.
- Fibras: 2 g.
- Vitamin B1: 0,06 mg.
- Vitamin B2: 0,03 mg.
- Vitamin B3: 0,3 mg.
- Vitamin C: 23 mg.
- Vitamin A: 155 IS.
- Soccer: 10 mg.
- Hierro: 0,8 mg.
- Sodium: 1 mg.
- Phosphor: 43 mg.
- Zinc: 0,1 mg.
- Magnesium: 19 mg.
- Potassium: 300 mg.
Origins of the tree tomato
The tree tomato, whose scientific name is solanum betaceu, is a fruit native to South America and, according to the Bogotá Chamber of Commerce, It is believed that its center of origin is located in the forests of the Tucumano reserve between Bolivia and northern Argentina, since a high genetic diversity has been found in that area.
In addition, tree tomato cultivation develops more efficiently in moderately cold weather, with temperatures ranging from 13 °C to 20 °C (Celsius degrees); temperatures above 25 °C and below 10 °C during the flowering period cause flower drop and affect fruit set.
Likewise, it should be noted that the tree tomato has a sweet and sour flavor, and can be found with the red rind and orange pulp or with the yellow rind and yellow pulp.
In any case, before consuming any food, the first thing to do is consult the treating doctor or a nutritionist so that they can guide the process and indicate what is most appropriate for each person, since the previous recommendations are not indicated. for all people, since the information given above is in no way a substitute for medical advice.
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