Lycopene is a natural plant chemical that belongs to a group of chemicals called carotenoids.  These natural plant chemicals are pigments that give color to the many fruits and vegetables we consume every day.  Specifically, carotenoids provide yellow, orange and red colors to foods like corn, pumpkins, and tomatoes.  Of the carotenoids, alpha- and beta-…

We have probably all heard that carrots are good for our health, particularly for our eye health.  This is primarily due to the very high levels of vitamin A and its natural precursor, beta-carotene, in carrots.  In fact, a single cup of carrots has been reported to provide over 650% of our daily needs for…

The idea that food or components of food can support healthy-looking skin has literally been around for ages.  More and more research has shown the importance of diet choices on overall health, including skin health.  Over the last few years there has been a surge in the interest of foods and food ingredients for healthier…

Healthy eating tips are an important way for many of us to develop better eating habits, which can result in better weight control for many of us.  Maintaining a healthy body weight isn’t just about dieting or losing weight, it is also about eating healthy and following good healthy eating tips is a simple way…

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