Lycopene is the carotenoid that gives the characteristic bright red colour to tomatoes, guavas, watermelon and pink grape fruit.
Lycopene is a proven antioxidant and neutralizes free radicals which may damage the body's cells. In the body, lycopene is deposited in the prostate gland, liver, lungs, colon and skin.
Epidemiological studies have shown that high intake of lycopene is inversely associated with the incidence of certain types of chronic diseases. Interestingly studies have shown that the lycopene complex is more bio-available when it is subjected to mild heating process.
Parry's Natural Lycopene Complex:
Synthetic lycopene contains only lycopene extract whereas Parry's Natural Lycopene, not only includes lycopene but all the naturally occurring phytonutrients found in tomatoes, such as Phytoene, Phytofluene, Tocopherols and Beta-carotene without the sugar and water. These phytonutrients act in synergy with lycopene, and are collectively called the lycopene complex.