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Lycopene

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Description

Lycopene is the red pigment that gives tomatoes their color. It is also found in watermelons, and pink grapefruit.

Uses

Lycopene is a good anti-oxidant, and a food coloring.

It is used as a nutrient in supplement tablets for its anti-oxidant properties.

It is in the class of carotenoids, along with another colorful molecule beta carotene.