Lycopene
Key Facts
Abbreviation
E160D
Pronunciation
/laɪˈkoʊ.piːn/
Category
Miscellaneous
Related Field
Food Additives
Examples in Context
- The content of lycopene in tomato oleoresin was determined by HPLC.
- The extraction process of lycopene with tomato skin as raw material has been studied.
- Scientific studies have shown that Lycopene(E160D) reduces the risk of prostate cancer and heart disease in people.
- This is because tomatoes contain a high concentration of a substance called lycopene, which is an antioxidant.
- Tomatoes are high in content of a substance called lycopene which is found in many red fruits and vegetables.