Natural Beta Carotene 25,000 IU (7,500 mcg RAE) (Item #185)
Beta-carotene is not only an important antioxidant, it is also an excellent source of pro-vitamin A. Beta-carotene converts into vitamin A in the body. Even though vitamin A can be toxic at certain levels, the body only converts beta-carotene into vitamin A as needed, so there is no risk for toxicity of vitamin A when beta-carotene is the source. This makes beta-carotene the safest way to receive vitamin A through supplementation. Our Beta-Carotene product is natural and contains other beneficial carotenoids that can be found in a variety of fruits and vegetables. At least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables daily is recommended to maintain adequate health, and 8-10 servings is recommended to support optimal health. It can be challenging to consume the adequate amounts of fruits and vegetables, which is why many choose to take a daily supplement, such as our natural beta-carotene.
- 100% natural, derived from the marine algae D. salina.
- Provides 7,500 mcg RAE (25,000 IU) or 15 milligrams of vitamin A activity.
- Easy-to-swallow soft gelatin capsules (bovine)
- Contains a natural two-toned color due to the naturally-occurring solid particles from the algae that carry the beta-carotene
- Rich mixture of other carotenoids, not found in synthetic beta-carotene.
- Typical analysis of other carotenoids:
- Alpha carotene.................555 mcg
- Cryptoxanthin..................159 mcg
- Lutein...............................79 mcg
- Zeaxanthin........................79 mcg
- CONTAINS NO artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives; no wheat, gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, sesame, tree nuts, crustacean shellfish or fish