What are the benefits of carotenoids?

Carotenoids are a special type of phytonutrient (healthy substance found in plants). They are antioxidants that come in different colors: yellow, orange and red. They are very powerful in maintaining a healthy body. Let’s look at the benefits of carotenoids and where you can get them from.

Benefits

• They contain pre-vitamin A, which

• supports the immune system

• helps the normal functioning of the eyes

• is good for the retina

• supports the brain

• supports the nervous system

Where to get them

Here is a list of foods rich in carotenoids. Adding fats to your meal, like olive oil, will help with absorption.

• Leafy greens (like spinach)

• Carrot

• Tomato

• Pumpkin

• Kale

• Pepper

• Grass-fed dairy

• Grass-fed butter

• Egg yolks

• Krill

• Fish

• Algae