Beta – Carotene
Tags: alpha-carotene, amino acids, beta-carotene, Cancer Diseases, Cochrane Collaboration, dark green leafy vegetables, disease preventive, Good food sources, lutein, lycopene, mineral supplements, skin surface, zeaxanthinTopic: Daily Mineral|
Daily Value: None established
Good Food Sources: Sweet potatoes, carrots, cantaloupe, spinach and other dark green leafy vegetables
Description:
The evidence is overwhelming! People who eat three or more servings a day of beta-carotene-rich fruits and vegetables have a lower risk of heart disease and many types of cancer. However, the scientific community isn’t as enthusiastic about the effects of beta-carotene supplements. Read the rest of this entry »
