Beta-carotene: functions, health benefits, adverse effects and applications.
Beta-carotene: functions, health benefits, adverse effects and applications.
Author(s): CARVALHO, L. M. J.; ORTIZ, D.-G.; RIBEIRO, E. M. G.; SMIDERLE, L.; PEREIRA, E. J.; CARVALHO, J. L. V.
Summary: The purpose of this chapter is to review the main functions, benefits and possible adverse effects of beta-carotene on human health and its applications in food.
Publication year: 2013
Types of publication: Book sections
Unit: Embrapa Food Technology
Keywords: Betacaroteno
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