Debbie

I'm curious as to why people with A blood type shouldn't eat tomatoes? A blood type is a very common blood type in the Mediterranean region where people eat a lot of tomatoes.

I'm A+ and have been eating tomatoes every day for years.

If I could afford it, I'd eat mostly organic foods. I've noticed a much better flavor in dairy and produce when it is organic. Buying locally produced, organic, non-fat milk is by FAR tastier than the grayish water that passes for non-organic, skim milk. Ditto for the yogurt. Cooking non-organic broccoli creates enough sulfur odor to make the kitchen smell like the gates of Hades. I was surprised to find that the organic broccoli had a floral odor when cooked and that it was tender and sweet-tasting to eat. I've eaten non-organic peaches, that despite washing in warm water with vegetable wash and scrubbed with a vegetable brush, still delivered a mouthful of pesticide flavor when bitten in to.

What can we expect when much of the produce is grown in a petroleum-based medium, fertilized by petroleum based fertilizers and sprayed with pesticide?

As a long time tomato lover, I enjoyed your article. I also liked the various comments about "organic" foods. It has been my contention that the so called organic foods are really a marketing ploy to charge more for essentially the same product. I never thought about cross contamination in the field, but it makes perfect sense. I believe thorough washing is the key to more healthful produce. Did you ever wonder what happens in your favorite restaurant kitchen??

ITS GOOD TO KNOW THE MANY UTILITIES OF TOMATOES .I AM ALSO A REGULAR USER.THE RECEPIE WITH TOMATO & EGG IS GOOD .WILL TRY.PL MAIL SOME MORE QUICK RECEPIES TO MAKE IT MORE PALATABLE FR CHILDREN
THANKING U
DR SUNITA AMRUTHESH

ITS GOOD TO KNOW THE MANY UTILITIES OF TOMATOES .I AM ALSO A REGULAR USER.THE RECEPIE WITH TOMATO & EGG IS GOOD .WILL TRY.PL MAIL SOME MORE QUICK RECEPIES TO MAKE IT MORE PALATABLE FR CHILDREN
THANKING U
DR SUNITA AMRUTHESH

I make Roasted Tomato and pesto bruschetta.

Sliced French bread
sliced roma tomatoes layered on bread
dollip pesto on tomatoes
put a dash of Canary Island Garlic and Herb Olive Oil over the top and broil in the toaster oven.
Now that is sommee kinda good.
Enjoy with Gusto,
Kristi Linebaugh
Kristi@vigoacuisine.com

Thank you for this advices.
It helps a lot

South Beach Diet used a lot of tomatoes in various recipes so they are good in keeping our weight down also.

tomatoes are great.Green, red or orange.But I also have the problem with hives. Ive learned to eat them in moderation because of the acid level.I also have that problem with oranges. I will also have a glass of tomatoe juice with and occasional beer.Will the alcohol affect the greatness of it?

I have tried pressups to end my pot belly but all in vain. I have used many creams to finishup the pimples on my face and also to make it smooth.Kindly advice me on what am supposed to do or use about the two issues.

I found this really helpful,thank you so much.

My blood type is A. It's said that the person who has this blood type cannot eat tomato. Anybody can advise? Thanks.

Because of a colon condition, I have been advised to avoid tomato seeds at any cost. Is it true that tomato seeds never dissolve and, if so,what alternative do I have?

Like John griffiths, I like tomato seeds and the surrounding pulp. When I don´t want to cook the seeds, I remove them and put them in the blender if there are enough, then strain them, or just strain individual tomatoes, squashing them with a spoon thus separating the seeds from the pulp. I add the pulp to the rest of the tomatoes.

I love Tomatoes of all kinds,
I have one problem if I eat to many I get hives from them if they build up in my system..I break out big time, so now it limit eating them.. Why or what cause me to be allergy to them???

Just read your article "5 Reasons to Relish Tomatoes" and I love tomatoes. I have had colon problems in the past and was advised to avoid tomato seeds at all cost. We usually remove the seeds, but of course, this depletes some of the tomato taste. Is it imperative to remove the seeds in your opinion? What is your opinion on this matter?

can you tell me if our skin got pigment and dark due to sun with eating more tomatoes we can make it good like before.

Posts are proof of the great job the organics industry does with advertising and convincing the public of a great untruth. Most organics are not organic.

The current Salmonella tomatoes are organic- justs like the spinach. Eating manure laced food is dangerous. Don't like chemicals- you must grow your own. Having grown up on a farm, I am witness to the organics getting lots of chemicals through natural process (wind) when other crops were sprayed.Organic fields are not on an island away from the chemicals. TRUE organics are hard to find- healthier but probably not found in the grocery store.

I love tomatoes, so this is great to hear! I'm going to have more everyday.

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please clarify a general belief that tomato is not good for patient with renal stones.

Another good recipe....

Dice tomatoes into large bowl with sliced avocado and thinly sliced sweet red onion. Crush 1/4 clove garlic, add sea salt, and lightly toss with a fork.

D-E-L-I-C-I-O-U-S!!!

Per Oxford "The confusion about 'fruit' and 'vegetable' arises because of the differences in usage between scientists and cooks. Scientifically speaking, a tomato is definitely a fruit. True fruits are developed from the ovary in the base of the flower, and contain the seeds of the plant (though cultivated forms may be seedless). Blueberries, raspberries, and oranges are true fruits, and so are many kinds of nut. Some plants have a soft part which supports the seeds and is also called a 'fruit', though it is not developed from the ovary: the strawberry is an example."

I'd like to add that anyone who thinks that even washed pesticide-covered produce is healthier than organics needs to have their head examined.

hi, this is a very good post and thanks. how does swallowing or eating a clover of garlic a day help, and what are the advantages?
awaiting your response.

Sorry, john, there ARE other advantages to cherry tomatoes-they travel well and kids love them. Anyone who says their kids won't eat veggies hasn't tried cherry or grape tomatoes. Also easy to serve to families because they're finger foods. I don't see why "regular" (your word) tomatoes should be smarter eating in any way. I suspect a bit of salad snobbery . . .!

Jon Saw asked if eating tomatoes caused Gout. I have read that Grapefruit, Grapefruit juice and Turkey are not good for you if you have Gout, also, called Gouty
Arthritis which is usually in the feet, particularly the big toe. I have completely given up Grapefruit (one of my favorite things to eat).

for many years Iwas avoiding eating eggs as they gave me indigestion.since Istarted eating them with tomatos raw or cooked I have no problems with enjoing. a scramble egg or a good omlet.If you eat them directly from the branch still warm from the sun shine sprinkle with sugar[!].AS a child I was eating kilos every day.You should see my complection in my 60 ties.real age gave me 9 years less.

for many years Iwas avoiding eating eggs as they gave me indigestion.since Istarted eating them with tomatos raw or cooked I have no problems with enjoing. a scramble egg or a good omlet.If you eat them directly from the branch still warm from the sun shine sprinkle with sugar[!].AS a cild I was eating kilos every day.You should see my complection in my 60 ties.real age gave me 9 years less.

To Jennifer:

Try using Balsamic or Apple Cider vinegar over your tomatoes. Vinegar is very helpful in preventing heartburn!

Recipe: Blend 1/2 cup vinegar, 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil and 1-3 Packets Equal Sweetner. Pour over cherry tomatoes[cut into halfs], sliced cucumber and thinly sliced red onion. Cover and chill 30 minutes. Bon Appetit!

for many years Iwas avoiding eating eggs as they gave me indigestion.since Istarted eating them with tomatos raw or cooked I have no problems with engoing a scramble egg or a good omlet

I understand that tomatoes are not good for the condition GERD. Is that still true? I really like eating tomatoes and have been careful.

ORGANIC tomatoes are the cause of the current Salmonella outbreak (like with the spinach)- Stay clear of organic veggies and wash the chemical ones well to avoid this.Keep in mind tomatoes are grown side by side at large companies and wind, water runoff and other things cause what they are claiming to be organic to be mixed in the growing process. You should grwon them yourself to ensure true organics.

yellow tomatoes are lower in acid so heartburn usually isn't a problem i grow lemonboys every year & simply love them & cause no heartburn for me

I don't care what scientists say, tomatoes will always be vegetables to me. I love them, but they wouldn't go very well in a strawberry or mango smoothie. They always go with lettuce and onions, though! And they're amazing straight from the garden!

Salmonella can hit anywhere Lets all panic !!! I would be more wary of eating sushi and such. Tomatoes are a perfect food.

Tomatoes are great, but they are also notorious for the huge amounts of CHEMICAL PESTICIDES sprayed on them. I strongly recommend sticking to ORGANIC tomatoes and only eating non-organic tomatoes when they are in season (same goes for strawberries).

Another Tomato Recipe -
Tomatoes in Oil with Garlic
*Very, Very, Simple*
-- Ingredients
Tomatoes in pieces (size depending on type - cherry tomatoes in halves, regular in quarters)
Place in bowl.
Olive oil sufficient to cover tomatoes.
1 or 2 (or more) cloves of garlic, minced, or through garlic press
salt to taste
(note - no basil, pepper, etc)
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Squash 2 or 3 pieces of tomatoes with fork, mix with olive oil
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Eat tomatoes
Dunk bread in oil/tomato sauce & eat.

I find it strange that you are promoting "tomatoes" at the same time the health agencies are issuing warnings of Salmonella on tomatoes and stores are pulling them from the shelves. The timing seems inappropriate. You could have waited until the scare was over to run this particular article.

Vero, I think ACV = Apple Cider Vinegar. Could be wrong, but a guess none the less, usually some kind of vinegar is a main component in pickling liquids.

Vero....ACV is Apple Cider Vinegar.

For Florence:
to avoid wrinkles, protect your face and neck from the sun!!

I love tomatoes! I usually eat quantities of them every day (though I missed yesterday). They are really good with kelp noodles and avocado. Chop up a cucumber or two, some onion and sprinkle in sea salt and Tajin. It's a meal in a bowl. Or dice a couple cups of tomato, the same amount of sweet mango, some red onion and chopped cilantro. YUMMY! And yes, that serves one.

hi

I know tomatoes are great for your health but what about those of us who suffer from heartburn/GERD? Tomatoes are usually on the list of foods to avoid as they can trigger heartburn...I love tomatoes and miss eating them regularly. I do cheat on occasion and have pizza or some salsa but I don't include them in my salads anymore...any tips/recepies to tone down the heartburn effect of tomatoes while keeping their healthy benefits?

I have Spinach+onetomatoes salad dish with fat free Ranch every day, maybe I gat good healthy, I'm 74 on Feb/08, run and walk at least 4 mile/daily, 30minutes daily/yoga, my #2 size just 29. What do you think? Is that OK.The only reason that my doctor say I do have more lypid in my body, why? What do I have to do now? more diet? Please let me know my friend.

I would like a bread recipe including high fibre, nuts and seeds

ThorZMan? What is ACV the cuke recipe sound delicous

Call a tomato a fruit or veggie but botanically it is a berry.

yes, tomatoes are nightshade darlene

I'm a believer, but MUST you promote cherry tomatoes over real ones? The only virtue of the little ones is shippability. Please stop contributing to the gastronomic dumbing down of America.

Thanks alot for this study,but i would like to know how to avoid wrinkles,because i can see older people than me have no wrinkles but i have,thank