Lycopene belongs to the family of carotenoids. It has a structure that consists of a long chain of conjugated double bonds, with two open end rings. The structure lycopene is the longest of all carotenoids. Lycopene is a very efficient antioxidant, which can neutralize oxygen derived free radicals. The oxidative damage caused by these free radicals has been linked to many degenerative diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, premature aging, cancer and cataracts. In many countries it is legally allowed to advertise foods containing tomato lycopene as "containing antioxidants for the maintenance and support of healthy cells". Lycopene is generally known for its protective action against prostate cancer.
Health Benefits of Lycopene:
Anti-cancer Antibacterial and antifungal Diabetes Antioxidant Arteriosclerosis Antitoxic
1.It has effect like resisting cancer, decreasing tumor, slowing down the speed of the proliferation of tumor. Especially it has better preventive and inhibitory effect on prostate cancer, uterine cancer, pancreatic cancer, bladder cancer, colon cancer, esophageal cancer, and buccal cancer. 2.It has effect of regulating blood lipid. Its stronger antioxidant action can prevent the LDL(Low Density Lipoprotein) cholesterol being destroyed by oxidation, which can alleviate atherosclerosis and coronary heart disease symptoms. 3.Anti-radiation. Prevent skin being damaged by ultraviolet radiation. 4.Anti-aging. Enhance human immunity. 5.Protecting cardiovascular system and preventing getting heart disease.