Definitions for Lycopene
ˈlaɪ kəˌpinly·copene

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1. lycopenenoun

   carotenoid that makes tomatoes red; may lower the risk of prostate cancer

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1. lycopenenoun

   A red carotenoid pigment found in tomatoes, other red vegetables, and in animal tissue; there is some evidence that it may lower the risk of prostate cancer.

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1. Lycopene

   Lycopene is an organic compound classified as a tetraterpene and a carotene. Lycopene (from the neo-Latin Lycopersicum, the tomato species) is a bright red carotenoid hydrocarbon found in tomatoes and other red fruits and vegetables.

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1. lycopene

   Lycopene is a naturally occurring chemical that gives fruits and vegetables a red color. It is a type of carotenoid found in tomatoes, red carrots, watermelons, and papayas, but it is not present in strawberries or cherries. Known for its antioxidant properties, lycopene has been researched for potential health benefits including reducing the risk of certain types of cancer and cardiovascular diseases.

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1. Lycopene

   Lycopene is a bright red carotene and carotenoid pigment and phytochemical found in tomatoes and other red fruits and vegetables, such as red carrots, red bell peppers, watermelons, gac, and papayas. Although lycopene is chemically a carotene, it has no vitamin A activity. In plants, algae, and other photosynthetic organisms, lycopene is an important intermediate in the biosynthesis of many carotenoids, including beta carotene, responsible for yellow, orange or red pigmentation, photosynthesis, and photo-protection. Like all carotenoids, lycopene is a polyunsaturated hydrocarbon. Structurally, it is a tetraterpene assembled from eight isoprene units, composed entirely of carbon and hydrogen, and is insoluble in water. Lycopene's eleven conjugated double bonds give it its deep red color and are responsible for its antioxidant activity. Due to its strong color and non-toxicity, lycopene is a useful food coloring and is approved for usage in the USA, Australia and New Zealand and the EU. Lycopene is not an essential nutrient for humans, but is commonly found in the diet, mainly from dishes prepared from tomatoes. When absorbed from the stomach, lycopene is transported in the blood by various lipoproteins and accumulates in the liver, adrenal glands, and testes.

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of Lycopene in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of Lycopene in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

Examples of Lycopene in a Sentence

1. Lauren Manganiello:

   Raw tomatoes are a source of lycopene, an antioxidant, and they're also a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and folate.

2. Elena Paravantes:

   They are a source of the antioxidant lycopene, which not only can protect from certain types of cancer but is a carotenoid that can protect the skin from sun damage, tomatoes are also a great source of potassium, which plays a role in controlling blood pressure.

3. Marci Clow:

   Canned tomatoes contain even more of the antioxidant lycopene than their fresh counterpart, lycopene supports a healthy inflammatory response and has been linked to prostate health, especially when eaten with a small amount of oil to enhance absorption.

4. Lauren Manganiello:

   Consuming fresh tomatoes with a source of fat, such as olive oil, is a great way to boost lycopene absorption.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=Lycopene
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Lycopene
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lycopene
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5. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=Lycopene