Carotenes are specifically found in vegetables and fruits, with beta-carotene found in those which are dark orange or green. Some are precursors to Vitamin A and beta-carotene has antioxidant qualities, helping to minimise the damage caused by free radicals.
Free radicals are produced by the body when you breathe, digest food, exercise or even sleep. They are naturally occuring as they are created by emotional stress, ultraviolet light, radiation and air pollution. Free radicals damage the body by causing deterioration of the cells, lower the defences against and putting the body into a stress' state.
To counter the effect of free radicals, a balance of antioxidants is required. The most important Antioxidants include: Beta-carotene, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Zinc, Selenium and components found in certain plants including Turmeric, and Ginkgo Biloba.
Antioxidants can be obtained by eating a healthy and balanced diet, but taking a supplement might be desirable to achieve an optimal intake of antioxidants.
Solgar Oceanic Beta Carotene softgels contain one of the best natural forms of beta carotene along with other naturally occurring carotenoids from D. saline algae.
Potential applications of Solgar Oceanic Beta-Carotene Softgels:
- Antioxidant Cell protection
- Vitamin A precursor
- Skin health
- Respiratory health
- Eye health
- Cardiovascular health
- Female reproductive health
Each Solgar Oceanic Beta Carotene softgel capsule provides:
2500ug Beta Carotene (15mg/8325 iu as prep.) Vitamin A activity
500ug Alpha Carotene
130ug Cryptoxanthin
100ug Zeaxanthin
86mg Lutein
Bulking Agents: (safflower oil, olive oil), Softgel Capsule Shell: (gelatin (from bovine), vegetable glycerin (from palm kernel oil)), Natural Source Mixed Carotenoids (from D. Salina) providing: Beta-carotene, Alpha-carotene, Other Carotenoids (cryptoxanthin, zeaxanthin, lutein), Thickener: yellow beeswax.
Sugar, salt and starch free.
Take 1 Solgar Oceanic Beta Carotene softgel capsule daily, preferable at mealtimes, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.