Description
Now Foods Beta Carotene Capsules
With the purchase of a can of Natural Beta Carotene you receive 180 soft capsules of vitamin A as 100 % beta-carotene. You receive 7500 mcg (25,000 IU) of beta carotene per dosage .
What is beta carotene and what effect does it have?
Beta carotene, also known as provitamin A , is a fat-soluble, essential nutrient and can be converted in the body into vitamin A.[1] Beta carotene works as an antioxidant and can neutralize free radicals.
In which foods does beta carotene occur naturally?
Beta carotene occurs naturally in vegetables and fruit. Yellow to red fruits and vegetables owe their bright color to it. Good sources of beta carotene include
| Kale | 8,7 | |
| carrots | 8,4 | |
| Savoy cabbage | 4,7 | |
| Red peppers | 3,5 | |
| chicory | 3,4 | |
| pumpkin | 3,4 | |
| Foodstuffs | Beta carotene content in mg/100 g | |
|---|---|---|
The availability of the pro-vitamin for the body can be increased during cooking by chopping, heating and adding fat to foods containing beta-carotene [2].
Beta-carotene is also frequently found as a colorant in foods or drugs/medicines[1].
INGREDIENTS
Dosage: 1 softgel capsule
Ingredients per dosage:
- Vitamin A 7500mcg / 938%*
Ingredients: Beta-carotene (provitamin A; from naturally mixed carotenoids from the green algae D. salina), extra virgin organic olive oil, coating agent: gelatine (bovine (BSE-free); capsule); humectant: glycerol; water, thickener: locust bean gum; antioxidant: mixed tocopherols (from sunflower oil)
Not made with wheat, gluten, milk, egg, fish or shellfish ingredients.
Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
Natural color variation may occur in this product.
* = Percentage of the nutrient reference values according to Regulation (EU) No. 1169/2011
APPLICATION
Now Foods recommends taking one (1) softgel capsule daily with a meal.
Or after consultation with your doctor/healthcare practitioner.
LEGAL NOTICE
Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. Keep out of the reach of small children.
Store in a cool, dry place. Do not use if the outer protective cover is damaged.
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Sources
[1]Beta carotene in food supplements. Federal Institute for Risk Assessment. 21.01.2013. Retrieved on 01.09.2021
[2]Betacarotene. medikamente-per-klick.de 29.07.2021. Retrieved on 01.09.2021
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