Lycopene, belonging to the carotenoids, is a tetraterpene compound abundantly found in tomato and tomato-based products. It is fundamentally recognized as a potent antioxidant and a non-pro-vitamin A carotenoid. Lycopene has been found to be efficient in ameliorating cancer insurgences, diabetes mellitus, cardiac complications, oxidative stress-mediated malfunctions, inflammatory events, skin and bone diseases, hepatic, neural and reproductive disorders. This review summarizes information regarding its sources and uses amongst different societies, its biochemistry aspects, and the potential utilization of lycopene and possible mechanisms involved in alleviating the abovementioned disorders. Furthermore, future directions with the possible use of this nutraceutical against lifestyle-related disorders are emphasized. Its protective effects against recommended doses of toxic agents and toxicity and safety are also discussed.

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番茄红素是一种天然的抗氧化剂，可预防人类健康失调。

番茄红素属于类胡萝卜素，是一种在番茄和番茄制品中大量发现的四萜化合物。从根本上说，它是有效的抗氧化剂和非维生素原A类胡萝卜素。番茄红素已被发现可有效改善癌症，糖尿病，心脏并发症，氧化应激介导的功能障碍，炎症，皮肤和骨骼疾病，肝，神经和生殖疾病。这篇综述总结了有关其在不同社会中的来源和用途，其生化方面以及番茄红素的潜在利用以及减轻上述疾病的可能机制的信息。此外，强调了可能使用这种营养保健品来解决与生活方式有关的疾病的未来方向。