EAT TOMATOES

1 The bright colour is due to a powerful compound called lycopene which is a useful component of a healthy diet. Your body will best absorb the lycopene if you eat the tomatoes cooked or with healthy fat-rich foods like avocado, olive oil or nuts.

2 One medium tomato or seven cherry tomatoes will count for one of the recommended five fruit and veg portions we should all eat every day.

3 They’re packed with immune-boosting vitamins A and C.

4 Tomatoes are high in fibre as well as potassium and niacin, which are known to lower cholesterol. Low cholesterol is good for your heart.

5 They’re not just for salads – tomatoes are incredibly versatile, making great sauce bases for pasta dishes, curries, soups and pizza toppings too.