Thursday, June 11, 2009

Power Combo: Tomatoes & Avocados

pre-guacamole 05.23.09 [143]Tomatoes are rich in lycopene and carotenoid, they reduces cancer risk and cardiovascular disease. Lycopene in tomato is better absorbed when some fat is present (eg: Avocados) it also helps absorption of another carotenoid called lutein you can sprinkle walnuts, unsalted pistachios over your salad as well. Creative Commons License photo credit: timlewisnm

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