Lycopene
లైకోపీన్
definition
noun
Tomatoes provide two valuable phytochemicals: the carotenoid lycopene and the flavonoid quercetin.
a red carotenoid pigment present in tomatoes and many berries and fruits.
example
Companies don't usually test for phytochemicals like lutein or 'lycopene' because they're not yet considered nutrients.
Beta-carotene, lutein, and 'lycopene' comprise the carotenoid antioxidants.
Tomato sauce is indeed a rich source of 'lycopene' , the pigment that gives some fruits and vegetables their red color.
Tomatoes provide two valuable phytochemicals: the carotenoid 'lycopene' and the flavonoid quercetin.
Another carotenoid with potential is 'lycopene' , which is present in tomatoes.
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