Beta-Carotene (Vitamin A precursor)
BETACAROTENE
Protects the cell membranes and stimulates the growth of new
skin cells.
Beta-carotene is the pigment that gives
carrots, sweet potatoes, and other yellow vegetables their characteristic
coloring. This conjugated polyene also serves as a precursor that can be
enzymatically converted into vitamin A in most animals and man. Although
vitamin A is not present in any plants, the carotene precursor can be
found in carrots, pumpkins, spinach, squash, watermelon, asparagus,
broccoli, and cantaloupe. Liver is also a very good source for beta-carotene.
Vitamin A (retinol) is an essential component for vision and it promotes
bone growth, tooth development, and helps maintain healthy skin, hair, and
mucous membranes. Deficiencies of vitamin A result in a number of maladys
including night blindness, dry skin, poor bone growth, weak tooth enamel,
and weight loss.
Recommended Dietary Allowances: Men = 5000 IU (or 3 mg
beta carotene); Women = 4000 IU (or 2.4 mg beta carotene)
IMPORTANCE:
- Necessary for growth & repair of body tissues
- helps maintain smooth, soft disease-free skin
- helps protect the mucous membranes of the mouth, nose
, throat & lungs, thereby reducing susceptibility to infections
- protects against air pollutants
- counteracts night-blindness & weak eyesight
- aids in bone and teeth formation.
- Current medical research shows that foods rich in
Beta Carotene will help reduce the risk of lung cancer & certain
oral cancers.
- Unlike Vitamin A from fish liver oil, Beta Carotene
is non-toxic.
DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS:
- May result in night blindness
- increased susceptibility to infections
- rough, dry, scaly skin
- loss of smell & appetite; frequents fatigue
- lack of tearing
- defective teeth & gums' retarded growth
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Teaspoon (5ml)
Serving Per Container: 47 |
|
Amount
per serving |
% USRDA |
Calories |
4 |
<2 |
Total Carbohydrate |
1 g |
<2 |
Total Fat |
0 g |
0 |
Sodium |
0 g |
0 |
Vitamin A (Beta Carotene) |
5000 IU |
100 |
Phytogenic Mineral Catalyst |
100 mcg |
** |
Calcium, Chloride, Cobalt, Chromium, Magnesium,
Boron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Selenium, Iron, Copper, Phosphorus,
Sulfur, Potassium, Iodine and Zinc |
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie
diet
** No daily value established |
Directions: Take 5 ml once daily with food |
* This statements have not been
evaluated by the Food and Drag Administration.
This products are not intended
to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
|