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What is beta-carotene<\/span><\/h2>\n

Beta-carotene is a substance found in vegetables, plants and algae, which gives them a vivid yellow, orange and red colour. It is the most widely occurring carotenoid in nature and is the precursor of vitamin A (retinol), a vitamin that is important for maintaining healthy skin, bone development and efficient vision. Once taken, the body converts beta carotene into vitamin A.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are carotenoids<\/span><\/h2>\n

Carotenoids are natural pigments found in most fruits and vegetables, plants, algae and photosynthetic bacteria. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The human body is unable to synthesise carotenoids, which is why they have to be ingested through food or supplements. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Carotenoids perform various functions for human health, but mainly exert an important antioxidant action. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The authoritative site PubMed (1) reports that 'there is evidence that carotenoids, in addition to their beneficial effects on eye health, also produce improvements in cognitive function and cardiovascular health and appear to help prevent certain types of cancer'. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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What beta carotene is good for<\/span><\/h2>\n

Research suggests that antioxidants, including beta carotene, can help keep the skin healthy and protect it from the sun's UV rays.<\/span><\/p>\n

Beta-carotene, like all carotenoids, is fat-soluble and sensitive to light and heat.<\/span><\/p>\n

The absorption rate of beta-carotene through the diet is very low, less than 50%, and it is not toxic, unlike vitamin A which can have side effects if taken in high doses.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Skin and beta-carotene<\/span><\/h2>\n

The presence of adequate levels of beta carotene in the body reduces the skin's sensitivity to sunlight. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The presence of beta carotene in the body can:<\/span><\/p>\n