Alpha-carotene is a plant pigment; used to synthesize food colours (orange). It plays a role as an antioxidant and anti-carcinogen and improves immune function. It comes from food sources like carrots, oranges, cantaloupe, and apricots.

Amaranth seed, black (Amaranthus cruentus)

Amaranth seed, pale brown (Amaranthus cruentus)

Bajra (Pennisetum typhoideum)

Barley (Hordeum vulgare)

Jowar (Sorghum vulgare)

Maize, dry (Zea mays)

Maize, tender, local (Zea mays)

Maize, tender, sweet (Zea mays)

Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa)

Ragi (Eleusine coracana)

Alpha-Carotene

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