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Beta-carotene (Vit. A)

Beta-carotene (Vit. A)

  • Beta-carotene is converted to vitamin A in the body
  • Beta-carotene is one of the fat-soluble vitamins.
  • The recommended intake is 4.8mg beta-carotene per day (equivalent to 800mcg vitamin A).

    Contained in:

    8 mg beta-carotene is contained in: - 60g carrot, raw - 120g lamb's lettuce - 190g lettuce, raw - 215g apricots, raw - 215g mango, raw

    What is Beta-carotene (Vit. A) and why does the body need Beta-carotene (Vit. A)

    According to the latest regulation on food supplements, vitamin A may only be used as beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is a precursor to vitamin A. The body converts beta-carotene into vitamin A. This is why it is also called provitamin A.
    Beta-carotene has the advantage over vitamin A that it does not cause hypervitaminosis (vitamin oversupply). This risk has always led to great concerns with vitamin A. However, the benefits for the human body remain quite similar.

    In plants, carotenes help with photosynthesis and protect against the harmful effects of UV rays. In the roots of plants, they also provide protection against infections.

    According to the BAG, the benefits of beta-carotene (vitamin A) are as follows:
    - Vitamin A contributes to normal iron metabolism.
    - Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes.
    - Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal skin.
    - Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal vision.
    - Vitamin A contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system.
    - Vitamin A has a function in cell specialization.

    Can I meet my daily needs through food?

    Humans consume large amounts of beta-carotene through their diet. The daily intake recommended by the Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH) is 4.8 mg of beta-carotene. The maximum daily dose has been limited to 8.1 mg.

    The daily recommended amount of 4.8 mg of beta-carotene can be obtained through daily food as follows:
    1. 60 g carrot, raw
    2. 120 g lamb's lettuce
    3. 190 g lettuce, raw
    4. 215 g apricots, raw
    5. 215 g mango, raw

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    Benefits of Beta-carotene (Vit. A)

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    • The body converts beta-carotene into vitamin A. That is why it is also called provitamin A.

    • Beta-carotene has the advantage over vitamin A that no hypervitaminosis (vitamin excess) is possible.

    • Vitamin A contributes to the normal function of the immune system and the maintenance of normal skin.

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