Lycopene

**Definition:** A carotenoid and red pigment produced by tomatoes, other red fruits and vegetables, and photosynthetic algae. It is a key intermediate in the biosynthesis of other carotenoids, and has antioxidant, anti-carcinogenic, radioprotective, and anti-inflammatory properties.

**Tree numbers:** - D02.455.326.271.665.202.216 - D02.455.426.392.368.367.379.249.213 - D02.455.849.131.216 - D23.767.261.375