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==Special Precautions of Beta-Cryptoxanthin== | ==Special Precautions of Beta-Cryptoxanthin== | ||
==The benefits of Beta-Cryptoxanthin are== | ==The benefits of Beta-Cryptoxanthin are== | ||
| − | + | * Beta-cryptoxanthin is a strong antioxidant and prevents that free radicals can damage your cells and DNA. | |
| − | Beta-cryptoxanthin is a strong antioxidant and prevents that free radicals can damage your cells and DNA. | + | * Beta-cryptoxanthin seems to reduce the risk of lung cancer and colon cancer. Studies have demonstrated that beta-cryptoxanthin can reduce the risk of lung cancer by more than 30 per cent. Researchers believe that the anti-cancer effect is linked to the antioxidant effect of beta-cryptoxanthin, but also to a specific expression of a gene that protects cells from becoming cancerous. |
| − | + | *Other studies showed that beta-cryptoxanthin reduces risk for rheumatoid arthritis by 41 per cent. | |
| − | Beta-cryptoxanthin seems to reduce the risk of lung cancer and colon cancer. Studies have demonstrated that beta-cryptoxanthin can reduce the risk of lung cancer by more than 30 per cent. Researchers believe that the anti-cancer effect is linked to the antioxidant effect of beta-cryptoxanthin, but also to a specific expression of a gene that protects cells from becoming cancerous. | + | *Beta-cryptoxanthin is a source of [[vitamin A]], but about 2 times less strong than [[beta-carotene]]. |
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| − | Other studies showed that beta-cryptoxanthin reduces risk for rheumatoid arthritis by 41 per cent. | + | |
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| − | Beta-cryptoxanthin is a source of [[vitamin A]], but about 2 times less strong than [[beta-carotene]]. | + | |
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Revision as of 07:42, 7 December 2013
(Synonyms : Cryptoxanthin, cryptoxanthol, hydroxy-beta-carotene)
Special Precautions of Beta-Cryptoxanthin
The benefits of Beta-Cryptoxanthin are
- Beta-cryptoxanthin is a strong antioxidant and prevents that free radicals can damage your cells and DNA.
- Beta-cryptoxanthin seems to reduce the risk of lung cancer and colon cancer. Studies have demonstrated that beta-cryptoxanthin can reduce the risk of lung cancer by more than 30 per cent. Researchers believe that the anti-cancer effect is linked to the antioxidant effect of beta-cryptoxanthin, but also to a specific expression of a gene that protects cells from becoming cancerous.
- Other studies showed that beta-cryptoxanthin reduces risk for rheumatoid arthritis by 41 per cent.
- Beta-cryptoxanthin is a source of vitamin A, but about 2 times less strong than beta-carotene.
Medical Disclaimer
This information is not meant to be substituted for medical advice. Always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any treatment or dietary changes.
