Beta-Carotene is a strongly-colored red-orange pigment abundant in plants and fruits.


Carotene is the substance in carrots, pumpkins and sweet potatoes that colors them orange and is the most common form of carotene in plants. Plant carotenoids are the primary dietary source of provitamin A.


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