beta-carotene

noun

: an isomer of carotene found in dark green and dark yellow vegetables and fruits

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Sweet Potatoes Sweet potatoes are rich in provitamin A carotenoids, such as beta-carotene. Jillian Kubala, Health, 16 Dec. 2024 Supports skin health Watercress can also give the skin a natural glow, Poon noted, as antioxidants like vitamin C, beta-carotene and lutein support skin elasticity and radiance. Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 12 Nov. 2024 Leafy greens contain antioxidants and other brain-protective compounds, like lutein, folate, and beta-carotene. Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Health, 11 Dec. 2024 Cranberries are high in potassium, which helps with electrolyte balance and cell signaling, as well as other important nutrients such as antioxidants, beta-carotene, and vitamin C. Rosemary Trout, Discover Magazine, 27 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for beta-carotene 

Word History

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of beta-carotene was in 1934

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“Beta-carotene.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beta-carotene. Accessed 13 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

beta-carotene

noun
be·​ta-car·​o·​tene
-ˈkar-ə-ˌtēn
: a form of carotene found in dark green and dark yellow vegetables and fruits

Medical Definition

beta-carotene

noun
be·​ta-car·​o·​tene
: a reddish-orange pigment that is an an isomer of carotene found chiefly in orange and dark green and yellow vegetables and fruits (such as carrots, sweet potatoes, and spinach) and that is converted to vitamin A in the body

Note: Beta-carotene is the most active and widespread provitamin A and is derived commercially from natural sources or is prepared synthetically.

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