Vitamin A

What’s the difference between vitamin A and beta-carotene?

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  • Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin, generally referred to as a group of compounds that have the biological activity of all-trans retinol, the alcohol form of vitamin A. Many carotenoids, including beta-carotene, are termed pro-vitamin A, because they can be enzymatically converted to vitamin A. Carotenoids like beta-carotene also have antioxidant properties, which are thought to contribute to their ability to neutralize free radicals that damage tissues, including those in the eye. The carotenoid family includes alpha and beta-carotene, lutein, zeaxanthin, cryptoxanthin and lycopene.
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