6 Unexpected Reasons Why Pizza Is Good For You

The secret ingredient that can saves our lives is Lycopene, which according to the Health Science Institute, it can be found in both Italian and “American” pizza pies. This ingredient can help fight cancer because it is a potent antioxidant, it can also protect you from many heart diseases.

However, and to destroy our excitement, the institute notes that benefits will come only if we ate in moderation, like any other food. It also suggests that instead of eating the whole pizza at one sitting, we should have a couple of slices per week. Moreover, Lycopene is best absorbed when the pizza is hot.