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Is Tomatoes healthy?

Tomatoes scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Tomatoes are a minimally processed whole food, rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants like lycopene, which offer numerous health benefits.

How processed is Tomatoes?

Tomatoes is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Tomatoes' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Tomato counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Tomatoes

Excellent

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Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Category Vegetables

Summary

Tomatoes are a minimally processed whole food, rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants like lycopene, which offer numerous health benefits. Their natural nutrient profile and lack of harmful additives contribute to their high rating, making them an excellent choice for supporting heart health and reducing the risk of chronic diseases.

Key ingredients 1

Tomato

Very Good

Tomatoes are a rich source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, particularly lycopene, which is linked to numerous health benefits. They are minimally processed, retaining their natural nutrients and health-promoting compounds. Consuming tomatoes can support heart health and reduce the risk of certain chronic diseases.

Benefits

Tomatoes are high in vitamin C, potassium, folate, and vitamin K. They contain lycopene, an antioxidant that may reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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