Lycopene 10mg - 60 Softgels

Lycopene

A tomato is never just a tomato. Of course we all know that fruits and vegetables are packed with "good stuff", but did you know that tomatoes are among the most nutrient rich foods we can eat? Lycopene, which gives ripe tomatoes their bright red color, has an abundance of anti-oxidants. Aoxnti-idants neutralize oxygen derived free radicals, which in essence attack our cells and can destroy their DNA.

Smoking, eating processed foods and having an inactive, stressful lifestyle are just some of the ways we encounter free radicals. Cardiovascular diseases, cataracts, and even aging, are all processes involving free radical damage. Lycopene seems to have an affinity for the prostate and therefore has been used in the prevention and treatment of prostate cell growths. It has also been shown to support healthy cell growth and protect against cell growths in the lung, breast, colon, skin and stomach.

Lycopene has both anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties, making it a useful treatment in infections, particularly of the mouth. Lycopene prevents free radicals from disrupting the balance between bone formation and the bone loss that naturally occurs with age. When that balance is thrown off, bone loss exceeds bone formation, causing osteoporosis. Lycopene has been shown to prevent platelet formation and foam cell production in our arteries, both involved in the development of arteriosclerosis.

Lycopene belongs to the carotenoid family. It is both the longest and most abundantly found carotenoid in our bodies. It can also be found in other red fruits and veggies, such as red carrots, pink grapefruit, red oranges, papaya and watermelon. To get the most benefit from the lycopene of tomatoes, cook them first. The heat liberates three times more lycopene from the plant's tissue. As lycopene is a lipid, for better absorption, it should also be consumed with oil, such as olive oil.

prostate health

The prostate is the organ responsible for producing the fluid part of seminal emissions, helping to control the flow of urine, and for the contractions that cause ejaculation during orgasm. It's no wonder that when a man has a concern with his prostate that it can be troublesome.

Prostate problems occur when the gland becomes infected or swollen. Infection can occur directly in the prostate or it can be a complication of a urinary tract infection. The most common prostate condition is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It occurs in men over the age of fifty (but can occur earlier) due to hormonal imbalances, heredity, poor diet, nutrient deficiencies or high cholesterol. The growth of malignant or benign tumours can also cause prostate swelling. It is important to have your prostate monitored by your doctor. Your PSA level (prostate specific antigen) can indicate the degree of enlargement; it can also indicate whether or not you are at risk for cell growths. Make at least yearly appointments past age forty for this test.

Symptoms of prostate inflammation can be mild if it develops slowly or intense if it develops quickly. Prostate infections cause fever, chills, lower back pain, rectal pain, urgency for stool and urination and painful urination. The urine can be blood or pus filled. Chronic infections may cause mild, local discomfort and may result in painful ejaculation or erection. Conventionally prostate infections are treated with antimicrobial medications. They must be fairly powerful because it is difficult to get enough medication to the prostate due to its poor blood supply. Make sure to replace the helpful bacteria in your system with a probiotic supplement after antimicrobial therapy.