How the liver reacts if you eat tomatoes every day
An Italian study found that daily consumption of tomatoes for six weeks reduces liver fat in people with MASLD. Participants who ate 200 g of fresh tomatoes and 50 g of tomato sauce daily showed a 35 dB/m decrease in CAP, compared to 18 dB/m in the control group. No changes in weight or body composition were observed.
An Italian study involving 79 adults diagnosed with MASLD (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease) showed that daily tomato consumption can significantly reduce liver fat. Participants were divided into two groups: the first group ate 200 g of fresh tomatoes and 50 g of tomato sauce daily for six weeks, while the second group eliminated tomatoes from their diet. Results showed that the tomato-consuming group experienced an average CAP (controlled attenuation parameter) reduction of about 35 dB/m, compared to approximately 18 dB/m in the control group. No significant changes in weight, body mass index, or waist circumference were observed. The authors attribute the potential benefit to lycopene, a natural antioxidant that may reduce oxidative stress. However, researchers emphasize that the data are not definitive proof, and larger, longer-term studies are needed. Tomatoes should not be considered a standalone treatment for MASLD but rather part of a balanced diet.