Lycopene
is one of over 600 phytochemicals called carotenoids with
very powerful disease-fighting capabilities, particularly
against prostate cancer. Lycopene is a bright red carotenoid
pigment found in tomatoes. The name is derived from the tomato's
species classification, Lycopersicum lycopersicum. Tomato-based
products such as tomato sauce, tomato soup, and tomato juice
have the most concentrated source of lycopene. Cooked tomato
sauces are associated with greater health benefits, compared
to uncooked, because the heating process makes lycopene more
easily absorbed by the body. Also, lycopene is fat-soluble,
meaning that in order for the body to absorb it, it has to
be eaten with at least a small amount of fat. Lycopene has
been associated with a reduced risk for many cancers and protection
against heart attacks, though research continues on other
potential health benefits. . .
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