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Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Sun-dried tomatoes are dehydrated ripe tomatoes with a concentrated sweet-tart flavor and chewy texture. They are commonly used in salads, pasta dishes, sauces, and Mediterranean-style recipes.

Beneficial properties

rich in antioxidants source of lycopene high in potassium provides dietary fiber concentrated source of vitamins and minerals

Nutritional highlights

Sun-dried tomatoes are especially rich in lycopene, potassium, vitamin C, vitamin K, iron, and fiber, though sodium can be high in salted or oil-packed products.

Caution. Salted or oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes can be high in sodium, which may be a concern for people with hypertension.

Conditions it helps with

Chronic Inflammation
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Constipation
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Heart Disease
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High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
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High Cholesterol
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