FOOD SUPPLEMENTS: THEIR EFFECTS ON THE BODY Version 6.02 (c) Copyright 1998, 2001, 2002, 2003 by George M Lucich P.O. Box 424, Glenns Ferry, ID 83623 LYCOPENE Antioxidant. Predominate carotenoid in plasma, and various tissues including the prostate gland. Reported to be more protective against cardiovascular diseases and some cancers than beta carotene. "Of 46 fruits and vegetables checked only tomatoes and strawberries offered protection against prostate cancer. Ten or more servings of tomatoes, tomato sauce or pizza per week caused a 45 percent reduction of prostate cancer. Lycopene from tomato juice appears to have low bioavailability, but cooking the juice in an oil-based medium enhances intestinal absorption. Tomatoes, tomato products and strawberries accounted for 90 percent of the lycopene in the diet of those studied." (Dr. Edward Giovannucci, Harvard Univ. School of Public Health, Journal of Natl. Cancer Inst. 12-6-95). Studies have shown a link between low blood serum levels of lycopene, and prostate cancer, bladder cancer, cervical dysplasia (a precancerous condition in women) and pancreatic cancer. Not a precursor of vitamin A. Available at health food stores. However, all studies have used natural foods and not supplements. May also offer protection against peroxynitrite believed to cause MS. For personal use only. Not for sale or hire. Permission to make copies by you for you and your friends is hereby granted. If you find this site to be of value a donation of any amount would be greatly appreciated. You are advised to consult a knowledgeable physician before using any of the nutrients listed herein. See note 10 for information on obtaining a list of this rare breed of medical doctors. |
FOOD SUPPLEMENTS: THEIR EFFECTS ON THE BODY Version 6.02 (c) Copyright 1998, 2001, 2002, 2003 by George M Lucich P.O. Box 424, Glenns Ferry, ID 83623 LYCOPENE Antioxidant. Predominate carotenoid in plasma, and various tissues including the prostate gland. Reported to be more protective against cardiovascular diseases and some cancers than beta carotene. "Of 46 fruits and vegetables checked only tomatoes and strawberries offered protection against prostate cancer. Ten or more servings of tomatoes, tomato sauce or pizza per week caused a 45 percent reduction of prostate cancer. Lycopene from tomato juice appears to have low bioavailability, but cooking the juice in an oil-based medium enhances intestinal absorption. Tomatoes, tomato products and strawberries accounted for 90 percent of the lycopene in the diet of those studied." (Dr. Edward Giovannucci, Harvard Univ. School of Public Health, Journal of Natl. Cancer Inst. 12-6-95). Studies have shown a link between low blood serum levels of lycopene, and prostate cancer, bladder cancer, cervical dysplasia (a precancerous condition in women) and pancreatic cancer. Not a precursor of vitamin A. Available at health food stores. However, all studies have used natural foods and not supplements. May also offer protection against peroxynitrite believed to cause MS. For personal use only. Not for sale or hire. Permission to make copies by you for you and your friends is hereby granted. If you find this site to be of value a donation of any amount would be greatly appreciated. You are advised to consult a knowledgeable physician before using any of the nutrients listed herein. See note 10 for information on obtaining a list of this rare breed of medical doctors. |
