Lycopene is a carotenoid, a natural pigment made by plants, which helps to protect plants from stress,[1] and it also transfers light energy during photosynthesis.[2] Lycopene is found in a number of fruits and vegetables, including apricots, guava, and watermelon, but the majority of lycopene consumed in the United States is from tomato-based products.[1] The bioavailability of lycopene is greate