最后更新: 2026年5月18日
Lycopene, the antioxidant which rich in tomato, carrot, watermelon, and papaya widely being mentioned in general audiences for the prevention of prostate cancer’s supplements. This topic will give you more detail related to the magic-like antioxidant.
关于番茄红素的问答
问:什么是番茄红素?
答:这是一种我们可以在植物中找到的色素,称为类胡萝卜素。类胡萝卜素产生的颜色范围从黄色、橙色和红色。

Q: Does it scientifically help preventing prostate cancer?
A: Yes, but only when taken at least 9 mg daily.
Q: How much prostate cancer risk reduction at over 9 mg daily?
Q: How much Lycopene in daily products?
- Ketchup: 9.9 – 13.44 mg per 100 grams
- Fresh tomato: 0.88 – 7.74 mg per 100 grams
- Tomato juice: varied — check nutrition fact labeling

Q: What about tomato juice daily?
A: The intestine can absorb only 4.7 mg per one serve of tomato juice due to bioavailability limitations.
Q: Which source gives the best absorption?
A: Lycopene bioavailability increases with thermal processing — ketchup, spaghetti sauce and pizza sauce are the best sources.

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常见问题解答
Q1: How much lycopene do I need daily to help prevent prostate cancer?
Scientific evidence shows that lycopene needs to be consumed at a minimum of 9 mg per day to have a measurable effect on prostate cancer risk reduction. At this daily intake level, studies have demonstrated a 2.1% reduction in prostate cancer risk. Lower amounts have not been shown to produce the same protective benefit.
Q2: What foods are the best sources of lycopene?
Tomato-based products are the richest sources of lycopene. Ketchup contains 9.9-13.44 mg per 100 grams, while fresh tomatoes contain 0.88-7.74 mg per 100 grams. Importantly, lycopene bioavailability increases significantly when tomatoes are heat-processed, making ketchup, spaghetti sauce, and pizza sauce more effective sources than raw tomatoes or unprocessed tomato juice.
Q3: Can I get enough lycopene from tomato juice alone?
Not easily. The intestine can absorb only approximately 4.7 mg of lycopene per serving of tomato juice due to bioavailability limitations. This means a single glass of tomato juice is unlikely to provide the full 9 mg daily target. Heat-processed tomato products such as ketchup and pasta sauces are more efficiently absorbed and are better choices for reaching the recommended daily amount.
Q4: Is lycopene a proven cure or treatment for prostate cancer?
No. Lycopene is a dietary antioxidant associated with a modest reduction in prostate cancer risk when consumed consistently at adequate amounts. It is not a treatment or cure for prostate cancer. Men with elevated PSA, a family history of prostate cancer, or other risk factors should consult a urologist for proper screening and medical evaluation rather than relying on dietary supplements alone.
Q5: Should I take lycopene supplements instead of food sources?
Food sources of lycopene, particularly heat-processed tomato products, are generally preferred over isolated supplements. If you are considering lycopene supplementation for prostate cancer prevention, it is advisable to discuss this with your urologist, who can assess your individual risk profile and provide personalized recommendations.
If you have concerns about prostate cancer risk or would like a comprehensive prostate health evaluation, Dr. Soarawee Weerasopone offers specialist consultations at Bangkok Hospital Headquarters. 预约咨询.
**免责声明:** 本内容由曼谷医院总院的认证泌尿科医生 Soarawee Weerasopone 医生撰写和审阅。本内容仅用于教育目的,不构成医疗建议。在开始任何医疗治疗前,请务必咨询合格的医疗专业人士。.
医学撰写与审阅: 素瓦瑞·维拉宋蓬医生(Pom医生)— 曼谷医院总部认证泌尿科医生。 国际学者:贝勒医学院(美国)· 顺天堂大学(日本)· 长庚纪念医院(台湾)。.

素瓦拉维·维拉索蓬医生(Pom 医生)是曼谷医院总部的注册泌尿科医生,专长于男性健康、机器人手术(达芬奇手术系统)和肾结石治疗。他曾在贝勒医学院(美国)、顺天堂大学医院(日本)和长庚纪念医院(台湾)完成国际深造。本网站所有医疗内容均由素瓦拉维医生根据其临床经验和国际培训撰写和审阅。.

