LYCOPENE 10mg - 120 SGELS

How It Works in the Body

Picture your cell membranes as delicate bicycle chains exposed to damp air. Without protection, free radicals cause biological rust (lipid peroxidation). Lycopene acts as a microscopic coat of anti-rust grease. Its long chain of alternating double bonds absorbs high-energy singlet oxygen molecules (O₂^*) and disarms them before they can damage cell walls or cellular genetic code (DNA).

In human physiology, carotenoids do not distribute evenly. The human body actively concentrates lycopene in specialized tissues, particularly the epithelial cells of the prostate gland, the adrenal glands, and arterial walls. Once inside the prostate microenvironment, lycopene supports healthy tissue architecture and promotes balanced inflammatory mediator signaling [1].

Within the cardiovascular tree, circulating lycopene embeds directly into blood lipid carriers. By shielding circulating particles against oxidative stress, lycopene supports endothelial nitric oxide release, helping sustain healthy arterial flexibility and blood flow already within normal ranges [2, 3].

Daily Timing, Synergy & Realistic Timelines

Best Time to Take

Always consume your softgel with a meal containing wholesome dietary fats (such as avocado, olive oil, whole eggs, or yogurt). Lycopene requires dietary lipids to trigger bile salt release and assemble microscopic transport droplets (micelles) in the small intestine. Consuming lycopene alongside natural dietary fats enhances intestinal bioavailability significantly [4].

Daily Schedule

Take 1 softgel daily, ideally with breakfast or lunch. Daily consistency matters far more than the exact hour, as carotenoids accumulate steadily in fatty tissues rather than spiking acutely.

Smart Pairings & Spacing

Pair lycopene with natural Vitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol), selenium, or saw palmetto to create comprehensive synergistic prostate and vascular defense. If you use medical bile acid sequestrants or fat-blocking supplements (like chitosan), separate consumption by at least 2 hours so they do not hinder carotenoid absorption.

What to Expect Over Time

• ✓ Days 1–7: Gentle digestive uptake begins. Pre-dissolved organic olive oil ensures effortless gastrointestinal tolerability without stomach upset.
• ✓ Weeks 3–4: Circulating blood lycopene concentrations reach a steady plateau, actively neutralizing free radicals across the bloodstream [3, 4].
• ✓ Months 2–3+: Targeted tissue saturation establishes in the prostate gland and blood vessel linings, reinforcing lasting structural stability and vascular ease [1, 2].

Physical Feel, Sensory Traits & Clean Ingredients

Pill Format & Ease of Use

This product is delivered in a compact, smooth oval softgel that glides down easily with a sip of water. We advise against puncturing or chewing the softgel, as natural tomato oleoresin possesses intense red pigmentation that can temporarily stain teeth, lips, or clothing.

Natural Aroma, Taste & Color

The softgel carries virtually no aroma and has zero taste when swallowed whole. Its appearance is a deep, rich reddish-brown hue. Subtle color variations from lot to lot occur naturally because NOW never uses synthetic coal-tar colorings or bleaching agents to standardize appearance.

Other Ingredients Explained

• Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Serves as the functional lipid carrier base, preserving antioxidant stability and stimulating the digestive micelle formation needed to absorb carotenoids.
• Bovine Gelatin (BSE-Free): Forms the airtight structural capsule shell, locking out oxygen and preventing carotenoid oxidation without synthetic plasticizers.
• Glycerin: A plant-derived humectant that maintains softgel elasticity so the capsule remains supple and leak-proof.
• Water: Purified water used during the softgel casting and drying process.

Proper Storage

Store in a cool, dry pantry away from direct sunlight and kitchen steam. Keep the bottle tightly capped. Avoid storing softgels inside humid bathroom medicine cabinets or near hot cooking appliances.

Manufacturer Quality & Lab Testing Standards

In the dietary supplement world, many discount big-box brands merely buy unverified raw commodity powders overseas and bottle them without secondary verification. NOW Foods operates over 40,000 square feet of state-of-the-art analytical testing facilities staffed by more than 150 chemists and microbiologists. Their internal laboratories hold official ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation, guaranteeing that testing methods match university and pharmaceutical benchmarks.

Every incoming lot of Lycomato6™ extract undergoes Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) screening. This cutting-edge instrument detects toxic heavy metals—including lead, mercury, arsenic, and cadmium—down to the parts-per-billion (ppb) level, easily satisfying USP safety standards and strict California Proposition 65 thresholds.

Furthermore, NOW utilizes High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) to verify that every single softgel delivers full 10 mg active lycopene potency right through its expiration date. Comprehensive screening eliminates pesticide residues, industrial solvents, and microbial contaminants (such as Salmonella, E. coli, and mold), ensuring you receive uncompromised clinical potency with zero heavy metal adulteration.

Complete Supplement Facts Panel

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 1 Softgel  |  Servings Per Container: 120

** Daily Value not established.