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  beta carotene

  noun

  the most abundant of various isomers of carotene, C 40 H 56 , that can be converted by the body to vitamin A.
• beta-carotene
  beta-carotene

  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.

beta carotene

American  

noun

Biochemistry.

1. the most abundant of various isomers of carotene, C 40 H 56 , that can be converted by the body to vitamin A.

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beta-carotene Scientific  

/ bā′tə-kăr′ə-tēn′ /

1. 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.

2. See more at carotene

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Example Sentences

Then there was the federal study asking if beta carotene, a widely used antioxidant supplement, could reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.

From New York Times • Jun. 18, 2024

The group recommended against beta carotene and vitamin E for that purpose.

From Seattle Times • May 24, 2023

Pumpkins are full of fiber and provide vitamin C, vitamin E, folate, iron, potassium, and beta carotene, which your body converts to vitamin A, so eat up!

From Salon • Oct. 22, 2022

One of the most prevalent antioxidants in pumpkin is beta carotene, Baker told Fox News.

From Fox News • Oct. 15, 2021

Too much beta carotene turns you orange, too much calcium gives you kidney stones.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood