Lycopene can activate immune cells, protect phagocytes from their own oxidative damage, promote the proliferation of T and B lymphocytes, stimulate the function of effector T cells, promote the production of certain interleukins and inhibit the production of inflammatory mediators. Studies have found that taking lycopene capsules at a medium dose can improve the body’s immunity and reduce the damage to the body’s immunity caused by acute exercise.

Mammals cannot synthesize lycopene by themselves, and must be obtained from vegetables and fruits. Lycopene is mainly found in foods such as tomatoes, watermelon, grapefruit and guava. The content of lycopene in tomatoes varies with variety and maturity. The higher the maturity, the higher the lycopene content. The content of lycopene in fresh ripe tomatoes is generally 31～37mg/kg. The content of lycopene in tomato juice/sauce which is often eaten is about 93～290mg/kg according to the concentration and preparation method. Fruits with higher lycopene content are still There are guava (about 52mg/kg), watermelon (about 45mg/kg), grapefruit (about 14.2mg/kg) and so on. Carrots, pumpkins, plums, persimmons, peaches, mangos, pomegranates, grapes and other fruits and vegetables can also provide a small amount of lycopene (0.1～1.5mg/kg).