A Definition Of Carotene
Source: Adapted from the National Institutes of Health

What does the term “carotene” mean? The term “carotene” refers to the fat-soluble pigment in carrots, tomatoes and other vegetables, egg yolks, milk fat and other substances that can be converted in the body to vitamin a. To find out more about this term, please search the news section of this website for related articles and information.