Lycopene is a nutraceutical supplement. Lycopene is mainly found in tomatoes and is a part of the carotenoid family. This group also includes beta-carotene and related compounds that exist naturally in food.

This carotenoid family is known for its anti-oxidant abilities. Lycopene assists to neutralize the free radicals which are implicated in heart disease, muscle degeneration, cancer and other aging related complications. It is a good supplement that you can take to prevent the onset of aging diseases.

Each serving size comprises of 10 mg of lycopene from tomatoes. The serving size is of one lycopene pill and each bottle consists of 50 servings. The other ingredients in the supplement include soybean oil, yellow bees wax, glycerin and gelatin. The supplement does not contain any yeast, corn, wheat, soy, egg, dairy, gluten, starch, salt, preservatives, artificial flavor, fragrance or color. These ingredients make it an ideal supplement for your weekly dose.

The daily value of lycopene supplement is not well established. Take one lycopene pill a couple of times each week with your meal or as suggested by a doctor. Some people need to take more while others less. The amount that your body requires primarily depends on the dietary consumption of lycopene.