Lycopene, a natural pigment, is also a carotenoid. Its name is not well known to most people, but it is everywhere in our lives. It is mainly found in tomatoes, watermelon, grapefruit, papaya, carrots and other fruits and vegetables, but also in algae such as fuca. Ripe tomatoes are rich in lycopene.

What are the nutritional values of lycopene?

⚪Super antioxidant ability

Scientific research has found that lycopene can protect human cells against reactive oxygen species and free radicals. The long chain molecular structure of lycopene contains 13 double bonds, which is unmatched by other carotenoids, so lycopene is the most antioxidant activity of carotenoids, its antioxidant capacity is 2 times that of beta-carotene and more than 100 times that of vitamin E.

⚪Sun protection and skin care

Lycopene can increase the skin's resistance to UV rays. When ultraviolet light hits the skin, lycopene in the skin is the first to be destroyed, reducing the inflammatory response and tissue oxidative damage caused by ultraviolet light and reducing the risk of sunburn. At the same time, it can also promote the metabolism of skin cells and maintain the elasticity and shine of the skin.

⚪Protect men's health

Lycopene can accumulate in the adrenal glands, testicles, liver and prostate, and it has been reported that men with a higher intake of tomato products have a 20% lower risk of prostate cancer. Therefore, lycopene plays a certain role in the prevention and treatment of prostate diseases.

⚪Protect the heart, make the body strong

Studies have found that higher concentrations of lycopene in plasma can reduce the risk of atherosclerosis, coronary heart disease and heart disease. At the same time, lycopene can enhance the body's immunity and improve the body's ability to resist disease and infection.

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