carotenoid
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- noun
- /kəˈrɒtəˌnɔɪd/
- Specialized
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carotenoide
- The bright orange color of carrots comes from the carotenoid pigments they contain.
- carotenoid-rich
- carotenoid-rich foods
- carotenoids in blood
They contain beta carotenoids, which some of us can convert into real retinol, vitamin A.
- They contain beta carotenoids, which some of us can convert into real retinol, vitamin A.
Examples
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Earlier research produced tomatoes rich in the carotenoids lycopene and beta-carotene, red and orange pigments that give tomatoes their characteristic color.
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Plants absorb radiation energy principally through chlorophyll but also through carotenoid pigments contained in green plant tissue.
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We're very confident that we have a wonderful carotenoid without side effects.
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Earlier this decade, the National Cancer Institute wanted to know more about carotenoids in the diet.
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Some plants may avoid damage from intense solar radiation by producing carotenoid pigments.
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Of these natural sources, carotenoid-rich fruits play an important role in the management of diabetes-related diseases.
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Scientists have long known that the yellow color, or pigment, inside the macula comes from the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin.
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Carotenoids have been linked with the prevention of eye disorders, such as age-related macular degeneration and cataracts.
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A diet rich in carotenoids can contribute to improved eye health and a stronger immune system.
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Tomatoes and squash are excellent sources of carotenoids, which provide various health benefits.
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Etymology
Carotenoid comes from the common word carrot and the ending -oid, which means 'like'. These pigments were named for the bright orange of carrots, so carotenoids are the yellow-to-red pigments found in plants and some animals.