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Lycopene per 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


            
            

                
Dosaggi di uso comune

                

                    
                    

                        
general:

                        
6-15 mg/day

                    

                    
                    

                        
cardiovascularsupport:

                        
15-30 mg/day

                    

                    
                

                
                

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

                
            

            

            

            
            

                Momento migliore per l'assunzione: With meals containing fat (cooking with olive oil enhances absorption 2-3x)
            

            
        

        

        
        
        

            

  
Safety & Side Effects





            

                
                

                    
Effetti collaterali segnalati

                    
    
                        
                        
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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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Interazioni note

                    
    
                        
                        
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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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                        Livello di assunzione massimo tollerabile: Not formally established; up to 75 mg/day used in clinical trials
                    

                

                
            

            

                Consultare sempre il proprio medico prima di iniziare qualsiasi integratore.Consultate sempre il vostro medico prima di iniziare qualsiasi integratore.
            

        

        

        
        
        

            

  
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 per altre condizioni

                    

                        
                        
                            High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
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