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Vitamins
Beta Carotene
Common Name:
All-trans beta-carotene

Recommended Daily Intake:
130-6000mcg/65-3000RAE/day

Beta-carotene is a member of a class of substances called carotenoids. It is a fat soluble pigment found principally in plants, algae, and photosynthetic bacteria, where it protects organisms against the toxic effects of oxygen. Beta-carotene is converted by the body to vitamin A.

Food Sources:

Yellow, red, and orange fruits and vegetables
Dark green vegetables
Palm oil

Benefits of Adequate Intake:

Source of vitamin A to help in the development and maintenance of night vision
Source of vitamin A to help in the development and maintenance of bones
Source of vitamin A to help in the development and maintenance of teeth
Source of vitamin A to help maintain eyesight, skin, membranes, and immune function
Serves as an antioxidant

Problems Linked to Deficiencies:

Deficiencies do not normally occur
Did You know?
The advice of many nutrition experts is to eat fish two to three times a week. Eating fish has been associated with a reduced risk of heart attacks. And yes, canned tuna and salmon count as servings.
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