CarotenoidWordNet Explorer

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a chemical substance obtained from plants that is biologically active but not nutritive

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dry coloring material (especially a powder to be mixed with a liquid to produce paint, etc.)

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substance that inhibits oxidation or inhibits reactions promoted by oxygen or peroxides

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yellow or orange-red fat-soluble pigments in plants

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carotenoid that makes tomatoes red; may lower the risk of prostate cancer

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an isomer of carotene that is found in dark green and dark yellow fruits and vegetables

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yellow carotenoid pigments in plants and animal fats and egg yolks

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yellow carotenoid (isomeric with lutein and occurs widely with it) that is the main pigment in yellow Indian corn

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