beta-carotene

Noun

Meaning

an isomer of carotene that is found in dark green and dark yellow fruits and vegetables

Source: WordNet

Alternative names

beta carotene

Synonyms

vitamin A lutein chlorophyll retinal carotene retinol carotenoid xanthophyll astaxanthin carotenoids cryptoxanthin vitamin A1 canthaxanthin capsanthin myxoxanthophyll
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Hypernyms

carotene carotenoid carotin provitamin A

Related terms

alpha-carotene

Examples

Containing little beta-carotene (457 micrograms per 100 grams), plantain is not a good source of vitamin A (table). Source: Internet

CRC Press, ISBN 0849326648, pp. 22–39 The orange pigment of carrots (beta-carotene) can be represented as two connected retinyl groups, which are used in the body to contribute to vitamin A levels. Source: Internet

Florets that are dark green, purplish, or bluish contain more beta-carotene and vitamin C than paler or yellowing ones. Source: Internet

As with adults, Dr. Weil does not recommend children take isolated beta-carotene as supplements, but does recommend they take 5,000 IU of mixed carotenoids as part of their daily multivitamin. Source: Internet

Peaches, melons, mangoes, sweet potatoes, squash, pumpkins, tomatoes and dark leafy greens are good sources of beta-carotene and related carotenoids. Source: Internet

Eat dark, leafy greens, dark berries, and foods rich in beta-carotene. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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