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

Other ingredients include salt, monosodium glutamate, cornstarch and beta carotene for color.

From The Wall Street Journal

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

I am trying to find out if beta carotene would be safe for him.

From Seattle Times

Some websites say smokers, ex-smokers and people exposed to asbestos should never take beta carotene.

From Seattle Times

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

From Seattle Times