Tomatoes and Arthritis: Debunking Myths About Joint Pain and Digestion
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Tomatoes and Arthritis: Debunking Myths About Joint Pain and Digestion
- •Tomatoes are rich in Vitamin C, potassium, folate, and Vitamin K, boosting immunity and heart health.
- •Nutritionist Dr. Priyanka Rohatgi clarifies that the belief tomatoes increase arthritis pain due to solanine is not scientifically proven.
- •While tomatoes are acidic and can cause gas or indigestion in large quantities, their lycopene content reduces inflammation.
- •People with high uric acid should consume tomatoes in moderation due to intense glutamate.
- •The claim that tomatoes cause kidney stones is a myth, as their oxalate content is very low.
Why It Matters: Tomatoes offer numerous health benefits; myths about arthritis and kidney stones are largely unfounded.
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