Why Pharma Nord Beta Carotene?

Delivers real therapeutic benefit
Supported by scientific evidence in more than 90 clinical studies
9 mg of Beta Carotene per capsule (equivalent to 4 large carrots)
Each capsule contains the vitamin A equivalent of 1500 mcg (approx. 188% of the RDA)
Designed to withstand stomach acidity in order to ensure optimum absorption in the small intestine
Trusted by customers, doctors, nurses, pharmacists, practitioners and health stores for over 30 years
Gluten Free / Lactose Free / Yeast Free / Sugar Free
Absorbable supplements that are delivered to the site of activity (bioavailability)

Bio-Carotene

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Beta carotene (β-Carotene) is an antioxidant that is converted by the body into vitamin A (retinol). Vitamin A is essential in maintaining health, and when taken as supplements can lower risks of disease. Carotenoids also maintain normal skin, vision, immune functioning, and mucous membranes.

Bio-Carotene contains 9mg of Beta Carotene per capsule in an easily digestible and stable form. Manufactured in an oil matrix to keep it stable and to ensure good bioavailability. Studies document that Beta Carotene supplement form has better bioavailability than when you get it from vegetables.

What is Beta Carotene?

Beta Carotene is a member of the carotenoid family of plant pigments. It is also known as pro-vitamin A, as it is converted by the body into vitamin A. Vitamin A only occurs in animal tissues (particularly liver, fish liver and dairy products), whereas Beta Carotene occurs in plant tissues (particularly carrots).

Nutritional Information
Per daily intake - 1 capsule % NRV*
Vitamin A 1500 μg 188%
(from Beta-Carotene 9 mg)

*NRV: Nutrient Reference Value

Product Facts

Directions:
1 capsule per day or as recommended by a physician. To be taken after food. Do not exceed recommended amount. Should not be taken by heavy smokers.

Note: Do not chew the capsule; swallow it whole.

Pregnant and lactating women and those on medication should seek professional advice prior to taking supplements

Nutritional supplements should not be used as substitute for a varied diet and healthy lifestyle.

You should use Beta Carotene supplements with caution if you have diabetes, renal or liver disease, and hyperthyroidism.

Not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.

Ingredients:
Soybean oil
Capsule shell: Bovine Gelatine
Vitamin A (Beta-Carotene)
Humectants: Glycerol, purified water
Colour: Iron oxide

Storage:
Room temperature and out of direct sunlight.
Best before date printed on bottom of box
Keep out of reach of children.

Shelf Life:
Minimum 5 years

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What do nutrient units mean?

Relative to the food we eat, the size of individual nutrients are actually incredibly small. As a result, we need to use units other than grammes (g) to describe them. Here’s what the common units for nutrients are:

Grammes (G)- often used to describe nutritional powders. Most teaspoons of powder weigh approximately 5g.

Milligrams (Mg)- 1000mg is equal to 1g

Micrograms (Mcg or μg)- 1000μg is equal to 1mg

International Units (IU)- Slightly more complex than milligrams (mg) and micrograms (μg), International Units measure differently from nutrient to nutrient. The most common nutrients that are likely to be measured in IU are vitamins D, E and A.

Vitamin D: 1 IU is the equivalent of 0.025 μg of D2 or D3
Vitamin A: 1 IU is the equivalent of 0.3 mcg retinol
Beta-carotene (provitamin A): 1 IU is the equivalent of 0.6 μg of beta carotene
Vitamin E: 1 IU is the equivalent of 0.67 mg d-alpha-tocopherol

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When is the best time to take Bio-Carotene?

Preferably with a meal.

Beta Carotene is a fat-soluble and is therefore absorbed more readily when ingested with some kind of fat.

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How long will one pack of Bio-Carotene last one person?

If taken as recommended (1 capsule per day):

150 capsules – 150 day supply