Beta carotene, Carotenoid, Vitamin A

Beta carotene, carotenoid and vitamin A

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Beta carotene is the best known carotenoid (carotenoids are yellow, orange, and red pigmented compounds in plants). 

More than 40 different carotenoids can be found in the fruits and vegetables we eat, only some of which can be converted to vitamin A. 

Those that can be converted are called provitamin A carotenoids. Most carotenoids are antioxidants and have other health benefits. 

Info source: http://m.cancer.org/treatment/treatmentsandsideeffects/complementaryandalternativemedicine/herbsvitaminsandminerals/vitamin-a-and-beta-carotene

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