β-Carotene

         

β-Carotene is a strongly colored red-orange pigment abundant in plants and fruits. It is an organic compound and chemically is classified as a hydrocarbon and specifically as aterpenoid (isoprenoid), reflecting its derivation from isoprene units. β-Carotene is biosynthesized from geranylgeranyl pyrophosphate.

The carrot is a very good example of β-Carotene because it contains large number of its which can be converted into vitamin A after it ingestion into the digestive organs.

Medical experts indicate that vitamin A can accelerate the cell division and help body growth. It is essential for maintaining the normal growth of bones, teeth, eyesight and skin by protecting the body from free radicals.

B- Carotene is very effective for senior and elderly people.

Medical experts made us to understand that lack of vitamin A can result to:

1.     Hypogeusia

2.     Block growing development

3.     Dry and withered hair

4.     Decreased appetite and hyposmia

NUTRITIONAL EFFECTS

·        Improve eyesight, prevent exophthalmia and cataract.

·        Promote growth.

·        Improve body health generally.

·        Improve healthy growth of bones and teeth.

 

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