β-胡萝卜素的研究进展

Research on Beta-Carotene and the Advancement

β 胡萝卜素是广泛存在于绿色和黄色蔬果中的天然类胡萝卜素 ,它不仅是人体内VA的重要来源 ,而且其本身对人体也具有重要的生理功能 ,它可以预防、延缓和治疗某些疾病 ,尤其是癌症 。

Beta-carotene (BC), being a natural substance, exists widespreadly in green and yellow vegetables and fruits. It is not only the important source of VA in human body, but also has important physiological effects on human body. It can prevent, retard and treat some diseases, especially cancer. In addition, it can increase immunological competence of human body.