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Lycopene pour Atherosclerosis

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EURAMIC study showed association between adipose lycopene and lower MI risk. Cambridge study improved FMD in CAD patients. Interventional evidence is limited.

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EURAMIC study showed association between adipose lycopene and lower MI risk. Cambridge study improved FMD in CAD patients. Interventional evidence is limited.

            
            
        

    











    
    

        
        

            

  
Key Statistics





            


    

        
3

        
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200

        
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Dosage & Usage





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


            
            

                
Posologies couramment utilisées

                

                    
                    

                        
general:

                        
6-15 mg/day

                    

                    
                    

                        
cardiovascularsupport:

                        
15-30 mg/day

                    

                    
                

                
                

                    Limite supérieure : Not formally established; up to 75 mg/day used in clinical trials
                

                
            

            

            

            
            

                Moment optimal de prise : With meals containing fat (cooking with olive oil enhances absorption 2-3x)
            

            
        

        

        
        
        

            

  
Safety & Side Effects





            

                
                

                    
Effets indésirables signalés

                    
    
                        
                        
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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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Interactions connues

                    
    
                        
                        
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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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                        Apport maximal tolérable : Not formally established; up to 75 mg/day used in clinical trials
                    

                

                
            

            

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Frequently Asked Questions





            




    
    

        
            Does Lycopene help with Atherosclerosis?
            
        
        

            Based on 3 studies with 200 participants, there is preliminary evidence that needs more research that Lycopene may support Atherosclerosis management. Our evidence grade is D (Very Early Research).
        

    

    
    

        
            How much Lycopene should I take for Atherosclerosis?
            
        
        

            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 Atherosclerosis?
            
        
        

            We rate the evidence as Grade D (Very Early Research). This rating is based on 3 peer-reviewed studies with 200 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.
        

    

    




        

        

        
        
        

            

  
Related Evidence





            

                
                
                

                
                

                    
Lycopene pour d'autres pathologies

                    

                        
                        
                            High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
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