What is the rate of deterioration of lycopene in an open can of tomatoes?

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At what temperature does lycopene degrade?

Lycopene at 25 \xb0C and 50 \xb0C may degrade mainly through oxidation without isomerization.

How do you get the most lycopene out of tomatoes?

Steaming or boiling tomatoes is the preferred method of cooking to bring out more lycopene for optimal nutrition. Research indicates lycopene reduces the risk of cancer, improves heart health and enhances neurological response.

Is lycopene destroyed by heat?

(2006) have reported that lycopene stability decreasing as the temperature increased from 100 to 150C and as time increased from 0 to 60 min, lycopene is not stable during long heating times and rapidly decomposed at a heating temperature of 150C and above.

Does cooking destroy lycopene?

Yes\u2014though it's a bit of a tradeoff, since cooking destroys some other nutrients, notably vitamin C. Lycopene is a potent antioxidant found in tomatoes and other red produce.

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Chem323L Experiment 7 - Lycopene v2020-1

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