(BAY-tuh KAYR-uh-teen)
A substance found in yellow and orange fruits and vegetables and in dark green, leafy vegetables. The body can make vitamin A from beta carotene. Beta carotene is being studied in the prevention of some types of cancer. It is a type of antioxidant.
Pronunciation of dictionary term "beta carotene"
Pronunciation of dictionary term "betacaroteno"
Precursor de la vitamina A. Es un tipo de vitamina soluble en grasa que se denomina carotenoide.