An analysis of 6 studies found that lycopene supplementation lowered systolic blood pressure by 5 points.
Dosages of up to 15 mg were used. Higher dosages appeared to be more effective.
“analyses indicated that lycopene could effectively lower SBP of prehypertensive or hypertensive subjects, and a higher dosage of lycopene appeared to be more effective in reducing SBP than a low dosage.”
“The role of lycopene in lowering systolic blood pressure might be attribute to its role as an antioxidant and free radical quencher, which could inhibit oxidative stress. Indirectly stimulating production of nitric oxide in the endothelium and improving vascular function.”
