Food industry: As a natural pigment and nutritional enhancer, it is used in various foods, such as beverages, jams, jellies, candies, baked goods, etc. It can not only increase the color of food, but also improve the nutritional value of food. At the same time, its antioxidant properties help to extend the shelf life of food and prevent the oxidation and rancidity of oils and fats in food and the oxidation and deterioration of other ingredients.
Health care products industry: Made into various health care products, such as lycopene soft capsules, multivitamin tablets, etc., to supplement the nutrients needed by the human body, and play health care effects such as anti-oxidation and enhancing immunity. Some health care products will also add other ingredients, such as fish oil, vitamin D, etc., to work synergistically with tomato extract to achieve better health care effects.
Cosmetic field: Due to its antioxidant and moisturizing properties, it is used in skin care products such as creams, lotions, masks, etc. Tomato extract can help protect the skin from free radical damage, reduce the formation of wrinkles and spots, and at the same time has a certain moisturizing effect, making the skin smoother and more delicate.
Pharmaceutical industry: There are also certain application studies in the pharmaceutical field. The antioxidant effect of lycopene may help prevent and assist in the treatment of some diseases related to oxidative stress, such as cardiovascular disease, prostate cancer, etc. In addition, other components in tomato extract may also have certain therapeutic or alleviating effects on certain diseases, and related research is continuing to deepen.