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A number of studies have indicated that a lycopenerich diet lowers the risk of certain chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, cancer , and age-related macular degeneration.

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Is Lycopene good for light sensitivity?

It is not known if Lycopene can assist with light sensitivity. Lycopene is used a type of pigment that is found in tomatoes and other red fruits.


Does lycopene do anything for your body?

Lycopene helps reduce the risk of heart decease.


What is the rf value for lycopene?

The Rf value of Lycopene is between 0.4 and 0.6. The best mobile phase for Lycopene is a mixture of a polar and non-polar solvent.


What chemical gives tomatoes their red color?

Lycopene is the chemical that gives them their red color.


What is the scientific name for lycopene?

Lycopene is the scientific name for the red carotenoid pigment that is found in blood.


Is lycopene soluble in water?

No. it is not.


Is there more lycopene in ketchup or tomato paste?

There is over twice as much lycopene in ketchup than in tomato paste.


Do hot dogs have lycopene in them?

No, it's the ketchup you put on TOP of them that has the lycopene. Hot dogs themselves don't have the substance.


What organelle in a tomato plant gives the tomato its red color?

the color pigments are known as chromoplast


What nutrients does tomato provide?

lycopene


What food contains lycopene?

Tomatoes are a good source of Lycopene in almost any form. Purple cabbage, grapefruits, chicken liver, asparagus, chili peppers, among others. Tomatoes are one of the highest I think.


Do lycopene vitamin supplements have the same nightshade side effects as the fruit or plants?

Yes, they can. From my own anecdotal experience and from Internet research, if you are sensitive to nightshades, you may be sensitive to products containing lycopene derived from tomatoes--a nightshade and the main source of lycopene.