beta-carotene
noun
be·ta-car·o·tene
ˈbā-tə-ˈker-ə-ˌtēn 
-ˈka-rə-
: an isomer of carotene found in dark green and dark yellow vegetables and fruits
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In the body, beta-carotene converts to vitamin A which is important for vision, the immune system, and skin health.9
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Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 16 Jan. 2025
Grass-fed butter has been shown to contain higher amounts of beta-carotene than regular butter.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 15 Jan. 2025
Probiotics support gut health. Carrots and hummus: Carrots are rich in beta-carotene and fiber, while hummus, which is made from chickpeas, is a good source of protein.
—Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2025
The body converts beta-carotene into vitamin A, important for healthy immune function and vision.
—Lindsey Desoto, Rd, Ld, Verywell Health, 3 Jan. 2025
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Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 16 Jan. 2025
Grass-fed butter has been shown to contain higher amounts of beta-carotene than regular butter.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 15 Jan. 2025
Probiotics support gut health. Carrots and hummus: Carrots are rich in beta-carotene and fiber, while hummus, which is made from chickpeas, is a good source of protein.
—Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2025
The body converts beta-carotene into vitamin A, important for healthy immune function and vision.
—Lindsey Desoto, Rd, Ld, Verywell Health, 3 Jan. 2025
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beta-carotene
noun
be·ta-car·o·tene
variants
or β-carotene
: a reddish-orange pigment that is an an isomer of carotene found chiefly in orange and dark green and yellow vegetables and fruits (such as carrots, sweet potatoes, and spinach) and that is converted to vitamin A in the body
Note: Beta-carotene is the most active and widespread provitamin A and is derived commercially from natural sources or is prepared synthetically.
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