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Antioxidants14
Vitamin33
  • Vitamin A, also known as beta-carotene or retinol, is a very important vitamin. (healthy.net)
  • Several carotene pigments found in foods, mainly yellow and orange vegetables and fruits, can be converted to vitamin A in our body and thus are termed provitamin A. Beta-carotene is the most available and also the one that yields the highest amount of A. (healthy.net)
  • Deficiencies of vitamin A are still fairly common worldwide and cause many difficulties. (healthy.net)
  • Actually, analysis of the average American diet reveals that it provides only about 4,000 units of vitamin A daily, so the many problems of vitamin A deficiency, such as visual changes, skin dryness, and increased infections, are more common than most people realize. (healthy.net)
  • Preformed A (retinol) is the main animal-source vitamin A. It is found in highest concentrations in all kinds of liver and fish liver oil, which is a common source for supplements. (healthy.net)
  • beta-carotene can also be converted to vitamin A in the liver. (healthy.net)
  • Your body transforms beta carotene into retinol, a form of vitamin A which can support vision. (vitacost.com)
  • β-carotene is an essential natural carotenoid and dietary source of pro-vitamin A. Moreover, β-carotene possesses significant free radical scavenging and antioxidant properties due to the presence of abundant unsaturated bonds in its molecule. (news-medical.net)
  • It most often comes in the form of retinyl acetate or retinyl palmitate (preformed vitamin A), beta-carotene (provitamin A) or a combination of preformed and provitamin A. (medlineplus.gov)
  • There's no proof of that, but goji is particularly rich in the carotenoid beta-carotene, which the body turns into retinol, a form of vitamin A that may boost the immune system. (oprah.com)
  • The most familiar ones are vitamin C , vitamin E , beta-carotene , and other related carotenoids, along with the minerals selenium and manganese. (harvard.edu)
  • Clinical trials began testing the impact of single substances in supplement form, especially beta-carotene and vitamin E, as weapons against chronic diseases. (harvard.edu)
  • Instead, they contain vitamin A precursors, the most famous of which is beta carotene. (healthline.com)
  • In the intestine and liver, beta carotene is converted into vitamin A by the enzyme beta-carotene-15,15′-monooxygenase (BCMO1) - a process that, when running smoothly, let's your body make retinol from plant foods like carrots and sweet potatoes. (healthline.com)
  • Carrots are loaded with vitamin A and beta-carotene and are a great source of fiber. (canyonranch.com)
  • Provitamin A carotenoids , found in fruits and vegetables, are converted by the body into retinol, the active form of vitamin A. Beta-carotene is the primary provitamin A carotenoid, though alpha-carotene and beta-cryptoxanthin can also be used. (cleaneatingmag.com)
  • The problem is that the conversion of beta-carotene to vitamin A is highly inefficient, and only a small percentage of beta-carotene actually gets transformed into vitamin A. The process depends on a number of factors, especially healthy gut function and the presence of other nutrients, such as riboflavin, niacin, iron, zinc and adequate dietary protein. (cleaneatingmag.com)
  • The fruit also has tremendous health benefits because it contains high amounts of Vitamin C, beta-carotene and fiber. (botanicgardens.org)
  • This fruit is a very good source of vitamin A and flavonoids like beta-carotene, lycopene, lutein and cryptoxanthin. (blogarama.com)
  • The body converts beta carotene into Vitamin A. As you may know, beta carotene is a powerful antioxidant that is famously good for your eyes. (nunaturals.com)
  • Palm oil is is 15 times richer in beta-carotene (vitamin A) than a carrot. (africaimports.com)
  • These researchers looked at clinical trials involving the common antioxidant vitamins beta carotene, vitamin A, vitamin C (ascorbic acid), vitamin E, and selenium either singly or in combinations. (abc.net.au)
  • Vitamin E upped the risk by four per cent and beta carotene seven per cent. (abc.net.au)
  • White Plains, New York - September 21, 2011 - Recent tests of vitamin A supplements by ConsumerLab.com found one to contain only 54.3% of its listed amount of vitamin A. Another product mislabeled alpha carotene as vitamin A. Seven other vitamin A pills and liquid supplements selected by CL passed the testing, along with six other supplements tested through ConsumerLab.com's voluntary certification program. (consumerlab.com)
  • Deficiency of vitamin A, which is rare in the United States but common in less developed nations, causes night blindness and increased risk of infection. (consumerlab.com)
  • Beta-carotene, or pro-vitamin A, is generally safer but poses dangers for certain people at high doses. (consumerlab.com)
  • ConsumerLab.com found that the lowest cost to obtain vitamin A was from beta-carotene supplements - less than one cent per 5,000 IU in some brands. (consumerlab.com)
  • Our skin can produce approximately 10,000 IU of Vitamin D in response to as little as 30 minutes of unprotected summer sun exposure - but obviously this is neither practical nor even possible for many people and so vitamin D deficiency is very common. (drmyattswellnessclub.com)
  • Carrots, and other orange fruits and vegetable, contain beta-carotene, which helps your body produce vitamin A and fight cancer. (fitday.com)
  • Ascorbic acid works in concert with a vitamin E and beta carotene to extend the antioxidant activity of each. (ihealthdirectory.com)
  • Vitamin C can limit the growth of polyps that are common in colorectal cancer. (ihealthdirectory.com)
  • A series of studies hailed vitamin D as a possible defense against a long list of diseases, including cancer, diabetes, depression, and even the common cold. (harvard.edu)
  • Gamma-tocopherol is the most common dietary form of vitamin E, found in high concentrations in seed oils and nuts, but its serum concentration is substantially lower than that of alpha-tocopherol. (cdc.gov)
Carotenoid3
  • One such carotenoid is beta-carotene. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Beta-carotene is a carotenoid, which is a chemical found in common foods such as carrots, pumpkins, and tomatoes. (africaimports.com)
  • Beta-Carotene, a member of the carotenoid family, supports normal functioning of the immune system and promotes ocular health (4,5). (nutrametrix.com)
Retinol2
  • Genetically determined per unit increment of absolute circulating levels of retinol was significantly associated with a reduced risk of hip OA [odds ratio (OR) = 0.45, 95% confidence interval (CI) 0.26-0.78, p = 4.43 × 10 −3 ], while genetically determined per unit increase in absolute circulating levels of β-carotene was suggestively associated with increased risk of RA (OR = 1.32, 95% CI 1.07-1.62, p = 9.10 × 10 −3 ). (frontiersin.org)
  • The following five analytes: retinol, alpha-tocopherol, lutein/zeaxanthin, lycopene, and beta-carotene are generally present in measurable amounts in most sera. (cdc.gov)
Lycopene4
  • High heritability was recorded for the characters β-carotene, ascorbic acid and lycopene content inferring easy selection and improvement of these characters in breeding lines. (scialert.net)
  • The nutritional importance of the crop indicates there is need to formulate breeding programme and to develop cultivar rich in lycopene, β-carotene, processing traits with high quality of fruit as well as yield. (scialert.net)
  • The estimation of lycopene was carried as described by Rangana (1978) , β-Carotene and ascorbic acid were estimated as per procedures given by Sadasivam and Theymoli (1987) . (scialert.net)
  • Less is known about health effects associated with the other analytes (lycopene, alpha-cryptoxanthin, beta-cryptoxanthin, cis-beta-carotene, and gamma-tocopherol). (cdc.gov)
Antioxidant2
Carotenoids1
Selenium1
  • In the United States, meats and bread are common sources of dietary selenium. (a1supplements.com)
Supplements3
  • Beta-carotene supplements do not reduce cancer risk. (medlineplus.gov)
  • 3] One study even showed that taking beta-carotene supplements actually increased the chances of developing lung cancer in smokers. (harvard.edu)
  • for example, after 18 years of follow-up, the Physicians' Health Study found that taking beta-carotene supplements was associated with a modest reduction in the rate of cognitive decline. (harvard.edu)
Carrots4
  • Carotene is the primary colorant found in carrots, Palm oil , and egg yolks . (mfa.org)
  • We all know that beta-carotene helps promote good eye health and carrots are the most common source. (juicing-for-health.com)
  • Carrots are a good source of beta carotene and are very helpful for the eyes. (home-remedies-for-you.com)
  • While this is the most common color of carrots, some can be red, yellow, white - and even purple! (nunaturals.com)
Provitamin2
  • Provitamin A, mainly in the form of beta-carotene, is found in a wide variety of yellow- and orange-colored fruits and vegetables, as well as leafy green vegetables. (healthy.net)
  • The most common type of provitamin A is beta-carotene. (medlineplus.gov)
Lung cancer1
Dietary4
  • In a recent study published in the journal Brain Sciences , scientists examine the role of β-carotene in maintaining cognitive performance and mental health, either alone or in combination with other dietary components. (news-medical.net)
  • One recent study indicated that β-carotene dietary intake was inversely associated with cognitive function decline. (news-medical.net)
  • Comparatively, long-term dietary β-carotene consumption at a higher concentration was linked with a lower possibility of poor cognitive function. (news-medical.net)
  • Reviewing the most common causes of morbidity and mortality allows for an easier understanding of dietary changes that should be recommended in general. (medscape.com)
Leafy3
  • Chipilín leaves are a common leafy vegetable in the local cuisines of southern Mexico, including Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Tabasco, and Central America, especially El Salvador and Guatemala. (wikipedia.org)
  • Plain old leafy greens are an excellent source of beta-carotene. (oprah.com)
  • Some green leafy vegetables including collard greens, spinach, and kale are also rich in beta-carotene. (a1supplements.com)
Molecule1
  • All recognized mutations for AD are associated with increased deposition of amyloid-beta (Abeta), a peptide fragment comprising 39-43 amino acids that derive from the catabolism of the amyloid precursor protein (APP) molecule. (medscape.com)
Intake1
  • The skin color will return to normal once you reduce your intake of beta-carotene. (medlineplus.gov)
Macular degeneration2
  • For example, a diet that's high in beta-carotene may help delay visual loss caused by some forms of age-related macular degeneration, the most common cause of severe vision loss in Canada. (canadianliving.com)
  • Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the most common cause of irreversible loss of central vision in older people. (msdmanuals.com)
Ingredient2
  • For this reason, beta-carotene is a wonderful skincare ingredient that can help prevent damage from sunburn and keep your skin from prematurely aging. (africaimports.com)
  • It is a common ingredient in many parrot food mixes and is often used as a supplement to provide a source of carbohydrates and roughage. (articleinsider.com)
Amounts2
  • Large amounts of beta-carotene will not make you sick. (medlineplus.gov)
  • However, high amounts of beta-carotene can turn the skin yellow or orange. (medlineplus.gov)
Incidence1
  • Weight was measured to the nearest women breast cancer also is the most This was a hospital-based, case-con- 100 g using digital scales, while the common cancer, with an incidence of trol study conducted among Iranian subjects were minimally clothed with- 22 per 100 000 ( 3 ). (who.int)
Cancer6
  • Below is a list of common natural remedies used to treat or reduce the symptoms of Ovarian Cancer. (webmd.com)
  • Eating food sources of beta-carotene may reduce the risk for cancer. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Why is cancer so common now? (thelittleaussiebakery.com)
  • RÉSUMÉ Des données de plus en plus nombreuses indiquent que les antioxydants alimentaires ont des effets favorables sur la réduction du risque de cancer. (who.int)
  • NME) comprises three highly integrated may be considered as the traditional pathways common to cancer, diabetes, groups: the Biomarkers Group (BMA), the domains of nutrition in cancer research and cardiovascular disease. (who.int)
  • Rates of skin cancer, the most common cancer in the United States, are increasing. (cdc.gov)
Chemical1
  • While there are some common characteristics, each class of analytes has distinct chemical properties and physiological functions. (cdc.gov)
Body1
  • A surplus of free radicals creates an imbalance in the body called "oxidative stress," and given the new information linking this condition to pain, Jonathan Borkum, a clinical psychologist and professor at the University of Maine, wondered if it might be a common mechanism underlying migraine triggers. (bostonglobe.com)
Spirulina algae1
  • Spirulina algae is a common addition to the diets of many cultures throughout the world. (smithsfoodanddrug.com)
Found1
  • Borkum found that almost all reported migraine triggers lead to oxidative stress, suggesting that it is indeed a common pathway for migraines. (bostonglobe.com)
Spinach1
  • Swiss chard (scientific name Beta vulgaris ), is also known with its other monikers: chard, silverbeet, spinach beet, perpetual spinach, crab beet and mangold, is considered to be one of the world's healthiest foods. (juicing-for-health.com)
Source2
  • You can also list Swiss chards as a good source of beta-carotene. (juicing-for-health.com)
  • Cassava is also a natural source of beta-carotene, which is essential for maintaining healthy feathers and skin. (articleinsider.com)
Form2
  • As a carotene with beta-rings at both ends, it is the most common form of carotene. (scialert.net)
  • Alzheimer disease (AD) is the most common progressive degenerative form of dementia, strongly associated with advancing age. (medscape.com)
High3
  • A positive correlation between high β-carotene levels in the blood and improved semantic memory performance has been observed. (news-medical.net)
  • A medium raw carrot only has 25 calories and is very high in beta carotene. (nunaturals.com)
  • The higher values of Phenotypic Coefficient of Variation (PCV) were recorded for yield quintals per hectare, average fruit weight, number of fruits per plant whereas high Genotypic Coefficients of Variation (GCV) was recorded with β-carotene. (scialert.net)
Boost1
Naturally1
  • Carotene occurs naturally in three isomeric forms, the most common being beta-carotene. (mfa.org)
Signs and symptoms1
  • Health Survey: Common signs and symptoms of chronic protein malnutrition. (philmaffetone.com)
Forms1
  • As the two most common forms of arthritis, osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affect over 300 million and nearly 20 million people worldwide, respectively. (frontiersin.org)
Digestion1
  • Ginger has long been used for its numerous health benefits, including helping to fight the flu and common cold, reducing nausea, and aiding digestion. (canyonranch.com)
Sources1
  • Vegetable sources of beta-carotene are fat- and cholesterol-free. (medlineplus.gov)
Prevent1
People2
  • A less common mutation (T170M) can reduce conversion by about 90% in people who carry two copies ( 2 , 3 ). (healthline.com)
  • It is more common among White people. (msdmanuals.com)
Vision2
Hormone1
  • Beta-Carotene is also metabolized into retinoic acid, a hormone that promotes normal embryonic development and the transcription of the gene for growth hormone (5). (nutrametrix.com)