# Health benefits of tomato consumption research

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> Updated: 2026-09-04T03:00:32.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 3.

Research into tomato consumption suggests potential health benefits regarding inflammation and metabolic health.

An Ohio State University study involving obese adults found that a tomato-soy beverage could reduce systemic inflammation. The four-week trial observed significant reductions in three inflammation-related cytokines, likely due to the combination of lycopene and soy isoflavones.

Subsequent research published in the journal Nutrients focused on metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). A six-week study involving 79 adults indicated that daily tomato consumption—specifically 200 grams of raw tomato and 50 grams of tomato sauce—may help reduce liver fat accumulation. Using non-invasive FibroScan testing, researchers measured a liver fat reduction of 35 dB/m in the tomato-consuming group, compared to 18 dB/m in the control group.

Researchers identified the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of lycopene as a potential driver of these effects, noting that liver fat reduction occurred independently of changes in body weight, waist circumference, or blood markers such as glucose, insulin, and cholesterol. Scientists noted that MASLD can progress to metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), potentially leading to cirrhosis or liver failure, but further research is required to validate these findings with larger populations.

## Claims

- Daily tomato consumption may be linked to a greater reduction in liver fat in individuals with MASLD. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The study followed 79 adults with MASLD for a period of six weeks. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The tomato group consumed 200 grams of raw tomato and 50 grams of tomato sauce daily. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The tomato group showed a liver fat reduction of 35 dB/m compared to 18 dB/m in the control group. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Lycopene is identified as a possible reason for the observed effect. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The reduction in liver fat was not accompanied by significant changes in body weight or waist circumference. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- No significant differences were found in blood indicators such as glucose, insulin, or cholesterol between groups. (corroborated by 4 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-04: Tomatoes may reduce liver fat, according to new study

A study published in Nutrients suggests that daily tomato consumption can significantly reduce liver fat in individuals suffering from MASLD.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tomatoes-may-reduce-liver-fat-according-to-new-study

### 2026-08-11: Tomato consumption linked to reduced liver fat in MASLD study

A study suggests daily tomato consumption can significantly reduce liver fat in adults with MASLD, potentially due to the antioxidant lycopene, without affecting overall body weight.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tomato-consumption-linked-to-reduced-liver-fat-in-masld-study

### 2026-07-16: Ohio State study finds tomato‑soy drink cuts inflammation in obese adults

A Ohio State study with 12 obese adults found a four‑week tomato‑soy drink reduced several inflammation markers, highlighting potential benefits of lycopene and soy isoflavones.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ohio-state-study-finds-tomatosoy-drink-cuts-inflammation-in-obese-adults

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