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beta carotene
noun
Biochemistry.
- the most abundant of various isomers of carotene, C 40 H 56 , that can be converted by the body to vitamin A.
beta-carotene
/ ′tə-ă′ə-ŧ′ /
- A phytochemical that is an isomer of carotene found in dark green and yellow fruits and vegetables and that is converted to vitamin A, primarily in the liver.
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Then there was the federal study asking if beta carotene, a widely used antioxidant supplement, could reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.
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Some websites say smokers, ex-smokers and people exposed to asbestos should never take beta carotene.
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I am trying to find out if beta carotene would be safe for him.
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The group recommended against beta carotene and vitamin E for that purpose.
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It may also reduce the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins such as E, D and K as well as beta carotene.
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