2013•Journal of Pharmacognosy and PhytochemistryRequires access

Lycopene and Lutein; A review for their Chemistry and Medicinal Uses

Mohamed A. El Raey, Gamil E. Ibrahim, Omayma A. Eldahshan

Abstract

Lycopene and lutein are important carotenoids. These are found to be very beneficial for maintaining a good health. This review discuss in details the medicinal uses of lycopene specially antioxidant and anticancer activities, besides other important effects. The most characteristic medicinal uses of lutein are its uses in ocular conditions specially cataract.

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Key concepts: Lycopene, Lutein, Carotenoid, Antioxidant, Chemistry, Health benefits, Traditional medicine, Food science