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Beta-carotene Overview
 

Beta-carotene: Beta-carotene is a member of the carotenoids, which are very colorful (red, orange, yellow), fat-soluble compounds. They are naturally found in many fruits, grains, oil, and vegetables, including green plants, carrots, sweet potatoes, squash, spinach, apricots, and green peppers. Study results conclude that peri-operative supplementation with antioxidant micronutrients has limited effects on strength and physical function following major elective surgery.Avoid if sensitive to beta-carotene, vitamin A, or any other ingredients in beta-carotene products. Avoid large oral doses in pregnant .... Read more

 

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Interferon Treatment

Beta-carotene for Interferon Treatment
Interferon medication is a man-made version of a protein that is involved in the immune system. The body produces interferons to help fight against disease and infection. These proteins ....

 

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Neutropenia

Beta-carotene for Neutropenia
Neutropenia is defined as a low number of neutrophil granulocytes, a type of white blood cell, in the body. White blood cells serve as the body's primary defense mechanism against ....

 

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Natural Killer Cell Deficiency

Beta-carotene for Natural Killer Cell Deficiency
Natural killer (NK) cell deficiency is an inherited immune system disorder in which the patient has low or absent levels of a certain type of white blood cells called NK ....

 

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Barth Syndrome

Beta-carotene for Barth Syndrome
Barth syndrome is a rare metabolic and neuromuscular disorder that appears to only affect males. At birth or a few months after birth, infants typically have reduced muscle tone and ....

 

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Cataracts

Beta-carotene for Cataracts
A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye that affects vision. Most cataracts are related to aging. Cataracts are very common in older people. By age 80, ....

 

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