The Benefits of Beta-carotene, Cancer Treatment

Beta-carotene, a red-orange pigment found in plants and fruits, is a precursor of vitamin A and is known for its antioxidant properties. Antioxidants are substances that help protect cells from damage caused by unstable molecules known as free radicals, which are believed to contribute to Cancer development. While early observational studies suggested that a diet high in fruits and vegetables rich in Beta-carotene may reduce the risk of certain cancers, subsequent clinical trials have yielded more complex and mixed results.

Several large-scale trials, such as the Alpha-Tocopherol, Beta-carotene (ATBC) Cancer Prevention Study and the Beta-carotene and Retinol Efficacy Trial (CARET), evaluated the effects of Beta-carotene supplementation on Cancer prevention. Surprisingly, these studies found that high-dose Beta-carotene supplementation, either alone or in combination with other antioxidants, did not offer protection against various types of Cancer and, in some cases, could even increase the risk. For instance, the CARET study found a higher incidence of lung Cancer among participants who received Beta-carotene and retinol supplements compared to those who did not.

Despite these initial disappointing results, it is essential to consider that beta-carotene's potential role in Cancer prevention may be more complex than initially understood. Subsequent research has suggested that Beta-carotene might interact with other compounds in fruits and vegetables to exert its protective effects, rather than acting alone. Additionally, individual genetic variations or dietary factors may influence the response to Beta-carotene supplementation. Consequently, it is crucial to continue studying the intricate relationship between Beta-carotene and Cancer to gain a more refined understanding of its potential benefits and limitations.

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Supplement Facts
Serving Size 1 Tablet
Amount Per Serving % Daily Value
Vitamin A (as beta-carotene, acetate) (5,000 IU) 1500 mcg‘ 167%
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid, calcium and niacinamide ascorbates) 470 mg 522%
Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) (2,000 lU) 50 mcg 250%
Vitamin E (as D-al ha tocopheryl succinate, D-alpha tocopherol) 67 mg 447%
Thiamine (vitamin B1) (as thiamine HCI) 75 mg 6250%
Riboflavin (vitamin 82) (as riboflavin, riboflavin 5’-phosphate) 50 mg 3846%
Niacin (as niacinamide, niacinamide asoorbate) 50 mg“ 313%
Vitamin Be (as pyridoxine HCI, pyridoxal 5’-phosphate) 75 mg 4412%
Folate (as L-S-methyltetrahydrofolate calcium salt) 680 mcg“ 170%
Vit min B12 (as methylcobalamin) 300 mcg 12500%
Bi 300 mcg 1000%
Pantothenic acid (as D-calcium pantothenate) 50 mg 1000%
Iodine (as potassium iodide) 150 mcg 100%
Magnesium (as magn ' ‘ 100 mg 24%
Zinc (as zinc citra , ‘ ‘ methionine sulfate) 25 mg 227%
Selenium [as sodium selenite, SelenoExce Igh selenium yeast, 200 mcg 364%
Se-mefhyl L—selenocysteine]
Manganese (as manganese citrate, gluconate) 2 mg 87%
Chromium [as Crominex" 3+ chromium stabilized with Capros" 200 mcg 571%
amla extract (fruit), PrimaVie" Shilajit]
Molybdenum (as molybdenum amino acid chelate) 100 mcg 222%
—
lnositol 50 mg **
Alpha lipoic acid 25 mg **
Natural mixed tocupherols (providing gamma, delta, alpha, beta) 20 mg
Bio-Quercetin phytosome (providing 5 mg quercetin [from Japanese 15 mg
sophora concentrate (flower bud)], phosphatidylcholine complex [from sunflowerl)
Marigold extract (Tagefes erecta) (flower) 11.12 mg
[std. to 5 mg Irans-lutein, 155 mcg (rans-zeaxanthin]
Apigenin 5 mg
Boron (as boron amino acid chelate) 3 mg
Lyoopene [from LycoBeadse natural tomato extract (fruit)] 1 mg
"Daily Value not established,
"RAE (retinol activity equivalents). °DFE (dietary folate equivalents). 'NE (niacin equivalents).
other ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid, croscarmellose sodium, starch,
maltodextrin, dicaloium phosphate, vegetable stearate, silica, aqueous film coating (purified water,
hydroxypropyl methyloellulose, glycerin).
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