Lycopene & Carotenoids
Studies have shown that those with deficient levels of carotenoids and lycopene need additional immune support.*(1) High levels of carotenoid-rich vegetable consumption has been shown to support overall health and cervical wellness.*(2) Higher levels of lycopene are associated with positive immune response benefits.*(2) Loading up on richly-pigmented vegetables such as peppers, tomatoes, carrots, mangos, sweet potatoes, spinach and kale help to support immunity*.
A daily serving of Papillex® has levels of naturally occurring carotenoids similar to 3/4 cup of frozen cooked spinach, 3 cups of raw carrots, or 2.5 cups of raw cantaloupe daily.(1)
- Calculation: 8000IU x 2= 16000IU), 3mg of betacarotene is 5000 IU, need 9.6mg. Source
- 1Peterson, Caryn E., et al. “Combined antioxidant carotenoids and the risk of persistent human papillomavirus infection”. Nutrition and cancer 62.6 (2010): 728-733. Source
- 2Tomita LY, Filho AL, Costa MC, Andreoli MA, Villa LL, Franco EL, Cardoso MA. “Diet and serum micronutrients in relation to cervical neoplasia”. International journal of cancer. 2010 Feb 1;126(3):703-14. Source