Lycopene

Lycopene is a fat-soluble carotenoid. It is one of the strongest antioxidants found in the tissues and has been shown to reduce the risks of various cancers, especially prostate cancer. Foods with the highest levels of lycopene are red tomatoes (NOT the yellow ones), catsup, tomato paste, and tomato juice. The incidence of prostate cancer in Italian men (where tomato products are consumed in large amounts) is about 60% less than in the U.S. High levels of lycopene also protect against breast cancer and ovarian cancer. High lycopene concentrations in the serum are also associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease in middle-aged and elderly women.

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