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Why does the body absorb more lycopene the healthful phytochemical in tomatoes if the tomatoes are served with oil or salad dressing?
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What is the phytochemical for tomatoes and peppers?
The phytochemical for tomatoes and peppers is, Solanum Lycopersicum.
What do tomatoes contain?
It contains lycopene that is found in a plant pigment and phytochemical which reduces the risk of cancer and contains vitamin C.
Cooked tomatoes are good for prostate health?
Tomatoes contain a substance called lycopene. Lycopene is a phytochemical that has shown promising results in reducing the risk of prostate cancer. Even men who already have prostate cancer may be able to slow its progress by consuming lycopene rich tomatoes. The key to getting the most from lycopene in tomatoes is to cook the tomatoes first or consume cooked tomato products like tomato sauce. Cooking brings out more lycopene from the product. When cooking tomatoes or making tomato sauce, add a little olive oil. Olive oil is a healthy fat that facilitates the absorption of 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.
What is lucopene?
lycopene? the red in carrots & tomatoes?
What chemical gives tomatoes their red color?
Lycopene is the chemical that gives them their red color.
What make fresh tomatoes colorful?
I suppose Lycopene make fresh tomatoes colorful
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.
Which chemical is present in tomatoes that can fight breast cancer?
Lycopene
What is the nutrient in tomatoes?
Tomato is very rich in vitamin C and lycopene
What minerals are in tomatoes?
Lycopene is a substance usually found in tomatoes..This substance is known to help reduce heart diseases.
What are red tomatoes?
tomatoes who saw the salad dressing get it?
