beta carotene

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a fat-soluble pigment the body uses to make Vitamin A; it can also meet daily requirements for Vitamin A without the accompanying toxic changes caused by large doses of Vitamin A Beta carotene, the most abundant of several forms of carotene (also alpha- and gamma-), enhances immunity and acts as an antioxidant Relatively non-toxic, though some research suggests that combining it with high amounts of alcohol may result in liver damage Current research focuses on beta carotene and cancer Food products containing large amounts of Vitamin A should indicate whether the Vitamin A activity is from Vitamin A or beta-carotene Vitamin A activity is expressed as retinol equivalents (RE); one RE equals 6 g of beta-carotene
a reddish-orange antioxidant pigment found in dark yellow or orange fruits and vegetables Beta carotene is a precursor of Vitamin A that is stored in the liver and converted as needed
antioxidant isomeric form of carotene found in dark green and dark yellow vegetables and fruits
a source of vitamin A When ingested, the body can easily control it's conversion to vitamin A according to need
The precursor of vitamin A Supplementation with beta-carotene may improve reproductive performance, although it is generally considered to be economically infeasible
(Vitamin A) - Cell differentiation, bone growth, immunity, tooth development, reproduction, healthy skin, hair, mucous membranes and vision A fat-soluble vitamin needed for the normal functioning of the eyes It also helps the body resist infection, keeps skin cells moist, and is important in the functioning of the nervous, reproductive and respiratory systems The best natural sources are liver-especially fish liver and fish-liver oils-whole milk, cheese and eggs Vitamin A does not exist in plants However, leafy green and yellow vegetables and yellow fruits contain a pigment called carotene, which the liver can convert into Vitamin A Among the best sources of carotene are dandelion and turnip greens, carrots, collards, cantaloupe, sweet potatoes and apricots
a substance found in food that is changed to vitamin A in the body
A nontoxic plant derivative of vitamin A that the body converts to vitamin A and which, as an antioxidant, is widely accepted as a cancer preventive Rich sources are yellow and orange fruits, vegetables such as papaya and carrot, and green leafy vegetables
A phytonutrient carotenoid with antioxidant and provitamin A activity In addition to providing the body with a safe source of Vitamin A, beta carotene works with other natural protectors to defend your cells from harmful free radical damage This is an important micrinutrient in helping the body with metabolic functions, such as recovery from exercise
the most potent carotenoid; contributes the bright orange in carrots and other orange fruits and vegetables
an isomer of carotene that is found in dark green and dark yellow fruits and vegetables
The carotenoid in tomatoes with the most vitamin A activity It also has ANTIOXIDANT activity Once thought to be a major player in cancer prevention, recent scientific studies show less encouraging results, possibly because beta-carotene was studied alone rather than in association with other vitamins and antioxidants
A substance from which vitamin A is formed; a precursor of vitamin A
- A type of carotene (see carotenoids) that is a pre-cursor to Vitamin A Beta-carotene has been the most studied of all the carotenes and is known for its antioxidant protective benefits Beta-carotene is a flavonoid that gives apricots, carrots, peaches and sweet potatoes their color
beta carotene

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    Be·ta car·o·tene

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    beytı kerıtin

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    /ˈbātə ˈkerəˌtēn/ /ˈbeɪtə ˈkɛrəˌtiːn/

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    [ 'bA-t&, chiefly British ] (noun.) 14th century. Middle English betha, from Latin beta, from Greek bEta, of Semitic origin; akin to Hebrew bEth beth.