Beta Carotine
What is Beta Carotine?
Beta carotene is a pigment found naturally in many fruits and vegetables, like carrots and sweet potatoes. It is often produced commercially through chemical synthesis or extracted from algae. In the body, beta carotene can be converted into vitamin A.
Is Beta Carotine vegan?
Beta Carotine is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Beta Carotine gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Beta Carotine a major allergen?
Beta carotene is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is Beta Carotine used for?
Manufacturers add beta carotene primarily as a colorant, giving foods a yellow to orange hue.
Is Beta Carotine safe?
Beta carotene is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add beta carotene primarily as a colorant, giving foods a yellow to orange hue. It is also used as a nutrient to fortify foods with vitamin A. You'll find it in baked goods, beverages, dairy products, and processed snacks.
Health notes
Beta carotene is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. It is a source of vitamin A, which is essential for vision, immune function, and skin health. High intakes from supplements have been linked to an increased risk of lung cancer in smokers, but this is not typically a concern from food sources. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated beta carotene and established guidelines for its use.
Allergen info
Beta carotene is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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