Carotenoids are plant pigments very soluble. They have antioxidant properties and some converted to vitamin A. The most important beta-carotene into vitamin A, which acts as an antioxidant and stimulates the immune system.
to supplement care with the use of beta-carotene, make sure you benefit from a multivitamin with natural and synthetic forms at the same time, studies have shown that the natural form of antioxidant activity, which is not synthetic. Most can buy cheaper or vitamins may contain synthetic forms. Experimental studies have shown that a diet rich in caronoids consumption provides some protection against the development of certain cancers such as lung, skin, uterine, cervical and stomach. It has also been shown to protect against the development of macular degeneration, cataracts and other diseases associated with free radical damage. Read the rest of this entry
