Contrary to popular opinion, whole tomato preparations give better carotenoid absorption.

A significant amount of research substantiates the benefits of tomato products in lowering the risk of colon and prostate cancers. This is thought to occur because of tomatoes' high carotenoid content, specifically lycopene and beta-carotene. Tomato paste has been recommended over whole fresh tomatoes because of the concentration of the protective carotenoids. Yet, the peels of the tomato are normally eliminated during processing. Research has again confirmed that Mother Nature knows best: consuming whole, natural foods is best!

What is the most effective way to prevent type 2 diabetes? Eat less and exercise more!

It is predicted that by 2025 more than 300 million people worldwide will have type 2 diabetes! In the US alone the number of people with diabetes almost doubled between 1976 and 1994. Sedentary living and excess weight are considered to be the major risk factors for this debilitating disease. Many are the strategies that have been developed to reduce diabetes risk.