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What's the best way to eat tomatoes to get the most lycopene?

Joan Salge Blake, MS, RD
Joan Salge Blake, MS, RD on behalf of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Nutrition & Dietetics
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Cooking the tomatoes as well as serving them with a tad of oil has shown to enhance the body’s absorption of this photochemical. Grill tomato halves with a slight coating of olive oil and top with chopped fresh basil. It's a wonderful side and delicious way to enjoy lycopene.

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