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A look at lycopene
Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect the body against cancer. Lycopene destroys free radicals, or extra oxygen atoms, that can cause changes in DNA, transforming a normal cell into a cancerous cell. Some studies have found that consuming at least two servings of lycopene a week — roughly a half-cup per serving — especially cooked or processed tomatoes, can significantly decrease the risk of developing prostate cancer. Furthermore, lycopene was found to reduce the risk of disease progression in men diagnosed with prostate cancer.
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