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Lycopene para High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

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Meta-analysis of 6 RCTs: systolic -5.6 mmHg. Improved endothelial function. Cooking with oil enhances absorption 2-3x. Strong observational associations with lower MI risk.

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Conclusión

            
            
Meta-analysis of 6 RCTs: systolic -5.6 mmHg. Improved endothelial function. Cooking with oil enhances absorption 2-3x. Strong observational associations with lower MI risk.

            
            
        

    











    
    

        
        

            

  
Key Statistics





            


    

        
6

        
Estudios

    

    

        
400

        
Participantes

    

    

        
            
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Calificación

    




        


        
        

        
        
        

            

  
Dosage & Usage





            
mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units


            
            

                
Dosificaciones de uso común

                

                    
                    

                        
general:

                        
6-15 mg/day

                    

                    
                    

                        
cardiovascularsupport:

                        
15-30 mg/day

                    

                    
                

                
                

                    Límite superior: Not formally established; up to 75 mg/day used in clinical trials
                

                
            

            

            

            
            

                Mejor momento para tomar: With meals containing fat (cooking with olive oil enhances absorption 2-3x)
            

            
        

        

        
        
        

            

  
Safety & Side Effects





            

                
                

                    
Efectos secundarios reportados

                    
    
                        
                        
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                            Generally well-tolerated
                        
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                            Lycopenodermia (orange skin discoloration) at very high intake — harmless and reversible
                        
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Interacciones conocidas

                    
    
                        
                        
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                            Blood pressure medications (may have mild additive effect)
                        
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                            Beta-carotene (may compete for absorption)
                        
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                        Ingesta máxima tolerable: Not formally established; up to 75 mg/day used in clinical trials
                    

                

                
            

            

                Consulte siempre a su profesional de salud antes de comenzar cualquier suplemento.Siempre consulte a su profesional de salud antes de comenzar cualquier suplemento.
            

        

        

        
        
        

            

  
Frequently Asked Questions





            




    
    

        
            Does Lycopene help with High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)?
            
        
        

            Based on 6 studies with 400 participants, there is moderate evidence from clinical studies that Lycopene may support High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) management. Our evidence grade is B (Good Evidence).
        

    

    
    

        
            How much Lycopene should I take for High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)?
            
        
        

            Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 6-15 mg/day. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.
        

    

    
    

        
            Are there side effects of Lycopene?
            
        
        

            Reported side effects may include Generally well-tolerated, Lycopenodermia (orange skin discoloration) at very high intake — harmless and reversible. Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.
        

    

    
    

        
            How strong is the evidence for Lycopene and High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)?
            
        
        

            We rate the evidence as Grade B (Good Evidence). This rating is based on 6 peer-reviewed studies with 400 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.
        

    

    




        

        

        
        
        

            

  
Related Evidence





            

                
                
                

                
                

                    
Lycopene para otras condiciones

                    

                        
                        
                            Atherosclerosis
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