Lycopene
Lycopene is a carotenoid essential for the health of every fluid and organ in the body, including the prostate. (A carotenoid is a pigment in certain fruits and vegetables, mostly tomatoes, that has antioxidants to help protect the immune system).
- Molecular Formula: C40H56
- Molar Mass: 536.87 g mol−1
- Melting Point: 172-173°C
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Lycopene
Lycopene is a carotenoid essential for the health of every fluid and organ in the body, including the prostate. (A carotenoid is a pigment in certain fruits and vegetables, mostly tomatoes, that has antioxidants to help protect the immune system). It has been shown to protect the body from prostate cancer and heart disease. According to a Harvard study, eating at least 10 servings of tomato products per week was linked to a 34 percent reduced risk of prostate cancer.
