When I moved to Richmond in the early 1980s, I had never heard of a Hanover tomato. Certainly we ate tomatoes in southwestern Virginia, but I had never witnessed such a fascination with this beautiful ...

Fresh tomatoes aren’t the only food high in lycopene. Here are 4 other foods with ample amounts of this antioxidant. Reviewed by Dietitian Kelly Plowe, M.S., RD Tomatoes are the most popular source of ...

They’re juicy, versatile and in season. Here are their nutritional benefits, and recipes to make the most of them. Credit...Christopher Simpson for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews.

Tomatoes are the major dietary source of the antioxidant lycopene, which has been linked to many health benefits, including reduced risk of heart disease and cancer. Share on Pinterest Cavan ...

It’s more than the prize produce of summer or the star of marinara sauce—the humble tomato is very, very good for you, too. Tomatoes are also super nutritious, supporting your heart, blood pressure, ...

New research suggests that lycopene, found in tomatoes and other red fruits, may help lower cancer risk—especially lung cancer. But is it the key to prevention or just part of a bigger health puzzle?