Beta-Carotene: Where To Find It and Why You Need It

Remember that old joke about carrots being good for your vision? That’s why you never see a rabbit wearing glasses!AdvertisementCleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. PolicyWell, it’s kind of true. Carrots contain loads of the nutrient beta-carotene, which is good for your vision.But there’s more to it. Lots of other favorite fruits and veggies are also good sources of beta-carotene, and the benefits go beyond strong vision.“Beta-carotene gets converted into vitamin A in your body,” explains registered dietitian Carly Sedlacek, RD, LD. “It’s a great source of antioxidants and full of an anti-inflammatory properties, too.”We talked with Sedlacek about beta-carotene’s benefits for your body and what foods are best choices to get your fill.What is beta-carotene?Beta-carotene is a type of nutrient known as a carotenoid, which means it’s a natural food coloring....