| Section2 = | Section3 = }} Lycopene's a bright red carotenoid pigment and phytochemical found in tomatoes and other red fruits & vegetables, such as red carrots, watermelons and papayas (but not strawberries or cherries). In plants, algae, and other photosynthetic organisms, lycopene's an important intermediate in the biosynthesis of many carotenoids, including beta carotene, responsible for yellow, orange or red pigmentation, photosynthesis, and photo-protection. Structurally, it's a tetrate… (More on Lycopene)