No Benefit evidenceantioxidant
Lycopene for Prostate Symptoms
An antioxidant carotenoid hypothesized to reduce oxidative stress and IGF-1 signaling implicated in prostate cell proliferation.
How strong is the research?
No Benefit evidence
8 RCTs identified; high clinical heterogeneity precluded pooled meta-analysis of most outcomes. Explicit conclusion: evidence is insufficient to support or refute lycopene for BPH or prostate cancer prevention/treatment.
How much to take
15–30 mg