Things worth knowing about "Beta-carotene (vitamin A)"
A provitamin that is converted into vitamin A in the body. It supports eye health, the immune system and skin health.
Beta-carotene is a provitamin that is converted into vitamin A (retinol) in the body. Vitamin A is essential for vision as it is required for the synthesis of rhodopsin, a pigment in the retina that enables us to see in dim light. In addition, vitamin A supports the immune system, promotes cell growth and the regeneration of the skin and mucous membranes. As an antioxidant, beta-carotene protects cells from damage caused by free radicals.