Category Archives: Beta Carotene

Carotenoid Rich Foods for Skin Protection

Posted on November 24, 2018 by Robert Barrington
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Vitamin D Toxicity: Part 3

Posted on August 23, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Three main theories have been suggested to explain the toxicity associated with excessive intakes of vitamin D. These theories are described and discussed in part 1 (here) and part 2 (here) of this article. The traditional view is that high … Continue reading →

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Multivitamins Work: More Evidence

Posted on June 25, 2018 by Robert Barrington

A large body of evidence suggests that nutrient deficiencies are widespread amongst Western living populations. This relates largely to the poor quality of the Western diet and the lack of high quality micronutrient dense foods in the diets of most … Continue reading →

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Lipid Peroxidation and Depression

Posted on March 30, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Lipid peroxidation is a process by which oxygen is able to cause damage to the fatty acids in cell membranes through the generation of free radicals. This damage can alter the membrane characteristics and lead to dysfunctional cells that can … Continue reading →

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Do Antioxidants Play A Role in the Treatment of Depression and Anxiety?

Posted on March 27, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Both depression and generalised anxiety disorder are a form of chronic stress. In this regard, the biochemical changes to the brain and other tissues as a direct result of the anxiety or depression can have a significant impact on the … Continue reading →

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Top 3 Nutrients for Sun Protection

Posted on February 17, 2018 by Robert Barrington
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Antioxidants in Spirulina

Posted on February 4, 2018 by Robert Barrington
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Carotenoids as Antioxidants in Humans

Posted on June 25, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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Carotenoids and Xanthophylls

Posted on June 17, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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How To Enhance Carotenoid Absorption

Posted on March 24, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Carotenoids are phytochemicals found in high concentrations in photosynthetic organisms. Here the role of carotenoids is to aid photosynthesis by acting as light harvesting elements during time of low light exposure. In addition, carotenoids may act as antioxidants through the … Continue reading →

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