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CarotenoidsCarotenoids are organic pigments that provide the red, yellow and orange colors found primarily in algae, plants and photosynthetic bacteria. They also can be found in some non-photossynthetic yeasts, molds and bacteria.Carotenoids are responsible for the bright colors of red peppers, sweet potatoes, tomatoes and carrots, among other foods. They are a natural fat-soluble antioxidant and are most known for their ability to be a great source of vitamin A. Beta-carotene, cryptoxanthin and alpha-carotene are some of the most popular carotenoids. They are mainly found in foods such as carrots, peaches, nactarines, oranges, sweet potatoes, red and yellow peppers and pumpkins. Points of Interest
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