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Lycopene Intake Linked to Lower Severe Periodontitis Risk in Older Adults

Association varies by race and sex in adults aged 65 to 79 years.

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  • Olivia Anderson

  • January 15, 2026

  • 3 min

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    Insufficient dietary lycopene intake is linked to a higher risk of severe periodontitis in older US adults.

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    The study analyzed data from 1,227 adults aged 65 to 79 years using NHANES between 2009 and 2014.

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    Severe periodontitis prevalence was 2.4% among those with sufficient lycopene intake versus 6.5% with insufficient intake.

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    Racial disparities were evident, with non-Hispanic Black participants nearly three times more likely to have severe periodontitis.

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    The findings suggest dietary lycopene may be a modifiable factor for periodontal health, warranting further research.

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Lycopene Intake Linked to Lower Severe Periodontitis Risk in Older Adults

  • by Olivia Anderson

  • January 15, 2026

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