Lycopene 20 mg 50sg by Now Foods – Antioxidant Support with Tomato Lycopene
Lycopene 20 mg softgels by Now Foods provide a tomato-derived carotenoid in a 50-softgel bottle. Each softgel supplies 20 mg of lycopene from tomato extract, using the branded LYC-O-MATO® complex rather than a multi-ingredient antioxidant blend.
This focused formula is an option for adults who want to add a specific tomato phytonutrient to their routine. Lycopene gives tomatoes much of their red color, but its nutritional interest extends beyond color: it has an antioxidant role. The softgel contains organic extra virgin olive oil and a bovine-gelatin capsule, important details when comparing formulas or considering dietary preferences.
Key Lycopene 20 mg 50sg Benefits
- Provides lycopene for antioxidant support, helping address reactive oxygen molecules as one part of the body's broader antioxidant network.
- Supplies a tomato-derived carotenoid that can dissipate energy from singlet oxygen, a reactive form of oxygen involved in oxidative processes.
- Adds targeted lycopene intake alongside a varied diet, without combining it with additional vitamins or a broad blend of active ingredients.
How Lycopene 20 mg 50sg Works
Lycopene's structure allows it to take up excess energy from singlet oxygen and release that energy as heat. This process, called quenching, helps make that reactive oxygen molecule less reactive. It explains lycopene's place among dietary carotenoids used for antioxidant support; it is not a promise of a specific health outcome from this bottle.
Lycopene is fat-soluble, meaning it travels with fats during digestion rather than dissolving readily in water. Taking lycopene with food fits the manufacturer's directions and its absorption characteristics. Unlike some other carotenoids, lycopene is not converted into vitamin A, so this product should not be treated as a replacement for a vitamin A supplement.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Lycopene: Supports antioxidant activity by quenching singlet oxygen, transferring away its excess energy rather than allowing it to remain highly reactive. This tomato-derived carotenoid contributes a specific antioxidant function alongside other dietary antioxidants; it does not replace the range of nutrients supplied by whole foods.
Lycopene 20 mg 50sg Is Formulated For
- Adults seeking a focused tomato lycopene supplement rather than a combination formula.
- People who prefer softgels and can use a product containing bovine gelatin.
- Adults comparing a defined lycopene amount with the less predictable intake supplied by individual food choices.
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Recommendation: Take 1 softgel 1 to 2 times daily with food.
Serving Size: 1 Softgel
Servings Per Container: 50
Lycopene (from Tomato Extract) (LYC-O-MATO®) ... 20 mg
** Daily Value not established.
LYC-O-MATO® is a registered trademark of LycoRed Natural Products Ltd.
Other Ingredients: Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Softgel Capsule [bovine gelatin (BSE-free), glycerin, water].
Contains: Gelatin
Does Not Contain: Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or sesame ingredients.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place after opening.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lycopene 20 mg 50sg
What are the benefits of Lycopene 20 mg 50sg?
Lycopene 20 mg 50sg supplies a tomato-derived carotenoid with antioxidant activity. Lycopene can quench singlet oxygen, helping reduce the reactivity of this oxygen molecule. Each NOW softgel provides 20 mg from the LYC-O-MATO tomato extract, making this a focused lycopene formula rather than a multivitamin. It is a way to supplement this particular phytonutrient alongside foods such as tomatoes, not a replacement for vegetables or the broader nutritional value of a varied diet.
Who should take Lycopene 20 mg 50sg?
This NOW product is intended for adults who want a defined amount of tomato-derived lycopene in softgel form. It suits someone looking for a single headline ingredient instead of a broader antioxidant combination. The capsule contains bovine gelatin, so it is not a vegetarian or vegan option. The label directs adults to take 1 softgel 1 to 2 times daily with food. Pregnancy, nursing, medication use, or a medical condition requires physician consultation before use.
Are there any side effects of taking Lycopene 20 mg 50sg?
The label does not list specific side effects; that does not establish that this lycopene product is appropriate for everyone. Caution: For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children. Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or sesame ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens. The softgel also contains bovine gelatin and tomato-derived lycopene, which matter when evaluating ingredient sensitivities. Natural color variation may occur in this product.
How does Lycopene 20 mg 50sg support overall health?
Lycopene contributes a specific antioxidant function: its molecular structure allows it to accept excess energy from singlet oxygen and dissipate that energy as heat. This complements, rather than duplicates, all the nutritional roles of a varied diet. NOW provides lycopene in an oil-containing softgel to be taken with food. Lycopene is not converted into vitamin A, so this formula is not a substitute for vitamin A intake or a complete nutritional supplement.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
