beta-carotene

Beta-carotene (or ß-carotene) is the colouring that makes some fruit and vegetables yellow or orange (like carrots). It is an early chemical stage of vitamin A, and this is why it is sometimes called pro-vitamin A. The food industry uses beta-carotene as a food colouring agent. It is also an ingredient in many multi-vitamin preparations.

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