FARMERS UNVEIL ANTI-AGING 'SUPER TOMATO'

FAMERS UNVEIL ANTI-AGING 'SUPER TOMATO'

(ANSA) - Rome, July 8 - Italian scientists and farmers have developed a black, anti-aging "super tomato", the Coldiretti farmers association said Friday.

According to Coldiretti, the "Sun Black" tomato is rich in lycopene, a red pigment that is one of the most powerful antioxidants known to fight against aging and prevent cardiovascular diseases.

The tomatoes will be commercially available within a few days.

Coldiretti will unveil the super fruit at the headquarters in Rome Wednesday morning.