Ateronon

Ateronon is a neutraceutical formulated from the compound lactolycopene. This compound is under research and development for its potential in treating heart diseases.

Composition

Ateronon's primary ingredient, lactolycopene, is a patented blend of:

• Lycopene: A red pigment predominantly found in tomatoes.
• Whey Protein: A discovery by the food conglomerate, Nestle, incorporated to enhance lycopene's bioavailability.

Lycopene: Characteristics and Benefits

Lycopene is a type of carotenoid and functions as a potent antioxidant, bringing along various purported health advantages:

• Anti-Atherosclerotic Activity: One of its major health propositions is its capability to impede the oxidation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, a central mechanism in atherosclerosis onset, a condition leading to arterial blockages.
• Cardiovascular Disease Reduction: Numerous research endeavours have underscored that higher lycopene intake from the diet, as well as elevated blood lycopene concentrations, could diminish cardiovascular disease risk.
• Other Health Implications:
  • Lycopene might also decrease risks associated with hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, and metabolic syndrome.
  • Potential protection against certain cancers, notably prostate cancer, breast cancer, and colon cancer.
  • Noted improvements in skin texture and health.

Absorption of Lycopene

A significant aspect of lycopene is its variable absorption rate in the human body. For instance:

• Lycopene derived from cooked tomatoes is typically assimilated more efficiently than its counterpart from raw tomatoes.

See Also

• Antioxidants
• Neutraceuticals
• Heart Disease
• Nestle