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lycopene

/ˈlaɪ.kə.piːn/

Traducción: Pigmento carotenoide rojo que se encuentra en tomates y otras frutas y verduras rojas, con propiedades antioxidantes y que potencialmente reduce el riesgo de ciertos tipos de cáncer, como el de próstata.

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/ˈlaɪ.kə.piːn/C2formalscientific
  • esPigmento carotenoide rojo que se encuentra en tomates y otras frutas y verduras rojas, con propiedades antioxidantes y que potencialmente reduce el riesgo de ciertos tipos de cáncer, como el de próstata.

A red carotenoid pigment found in tomatoes and other red fruits and vegetables, believed to have antioxidant properties and potentially reduce the risk of certain cancers, such as prostate cancer.

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  1. Red pigment in tomatoesC1formalscientific

    A red carotenoid pigment found in tomatoes and other red fruits, known for its antioxidant properties and potential health benefits.

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    • Lycopene gives tomatoes their characteristic red color.
    • Cooking tomatoes increases the bioavailability of lycopene.
    • Some studies suggest lycopene may help reduce the risk of certain cancers.
Formas
  • lycopenes plural form
  • lycopenes' possessive plural form
  • lycopene's possessive singular form