β-Carotene: Preventive Role for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Obesity: A Review

β-Carotene: Preventive Role for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Obesity: A Review

Carotenoids are vital antioxidants for plants and animals. They protect cells from oxidative events and act against the inflammatory process and carcinogenesis. Among the most abundant carotenoids in human and foods is β-carotene. This carotenoid has the highest level of provitamin A activity, as it...

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Main Authors: Gabriela Marcelino, David Johane Machate, Karine de Cássia Freitas, Priscila Aiko Hiane, Iriani Rodrigues Maldonade, Arnildo Pott, Marcel Arakaki Asato, Camila Jordão Candido, Rita de Cássia Avellaneda Guimarães
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-12-01
Series:Molecules
Subjects:
oxidative stress
dyslipidemia
antioxidants
insulin resistance
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/25/24/5803

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