Lycopene
Lycopene is a carotinoid that is usually found in red fruits, like tomato and watermelon. Carotinoids found in the said fruits are natural pigments that act as antioxidants for the body. The antioxidants serve as the agent that lessens the effects of free radicals to the body.
Antioxidants also help in prevention of:
- Heart disease
- Lung Cancer
- Prostrate Cancer
- Cervical Cancer
- Digestive Tract Cancer
- Breast Cancer
Other source of Lycopene includes:
- Pink Grapefruit
- Guava
- Watermelon
- Rosehips
- Papaya
- Red Bell Pepper
Fresh tomatoes is one of the best source of Lycopene, one fresh tomato contains 3.7 milligrams. Tomato products that are processed and concentrated contain more Lycopene amounting to 24.8 milligrams. Some of the noted dieticians and health professionals recommend eating 3 to 4 times a week of tomato based foods.
Lycopene can also obtain in health stores, Drug stores and organic stores in the form of tablet and soft gel.
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