Description of Lycopene
Lycopene is a naturally occurring chemical that gives fruits and vegetables a red color. It is one of a number of pigments called carotenoids. Lycopene is found in watermelons, pink grapefruits, apricots, and pink guavas. It is found in particularly high amounts in tomatoes and tomato products. In North America, 85% of dietary lycopene comes from tomato products such as tomato juice or paste. One cup (240 mL) of tomato juice provides about 23 mg of lycopene. Processing raw tomatoes using heat (in the making of tomato juice, tomato paste or ketchup, for example) actually changes the lycopene in the raw product into a form that is easier for the body to use. The lycopene in supplements is about as easy for the body to use as lycopene found in food.
Function of Lycopene
6. Improving skin allergies;
7. Improving a variety of body tissues due to the destruction; caused by dry cough, dry eyes, mouth ulcers and other diseases;
Application of Lycopene
1. Used in food field, it is mainly used as food additives for colorant and health care;
2. Used in cosmetic field, it is mainly used to whitening, anti-wrinkle and UV protection;
3. Used in pharmaceutical field, it is made into capsule to prevent cancer.