Beta-carotene

Oral Uses

• Leukoplakia

  Beta-carotene alleviates symptoms; used for treatment. Take 60,000-120,000 IU of beta-carotene daily, in divided doses, for many months. Do not use synthetic beta-carotene if you are a smoker. It may increase the risk of some type of cancers.

• Aging skin

  Beta-carotene is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals and retards skin aging. Take 25,000-50,000 IU of beta-carotene daily, in divided doses, for many months. Do not use synthetic beta-carotene if you are a smoker. It may increase the risk of some type of cancers.

• Erythropoietic protoporphyria

  Beta-carotene is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals; alleviates symptoms. Take 60,000-120,000 IU of beta-carotene daily, in divided doses, for many months. Do not use synthetic beta-carotene if you are a smoker. It may increase the risk of some type of cancers.

• Photosensitivity

  Beta-carotene is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals; alleviates symptoms. Take 60,000-120,000 IU of beta-carotene daily, in divided doses, for many months. Do not use synthetic beta-carotene if you are a smoker. It may increase the risk of some type of cancers.

• Asthma

  Beta-carotene alleviates symptoms and exercise induced asthma attacks. Take 25,000-50,000 IU of beta-carotene daily, in divided doses, for many months. Do not use synthetic beta-carotene if you are a smoker. It may increase the risk of some type of cancers.

• Cataract prevention

  Beta-carotene is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals; reduces cataract risk. Take 25,000-50,000 IU of beta-carotene daily, in divided doses, for many months. Do not use synthetic beta-carotene if you are a smoker. It may increase the risk of some type of cancers.

• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

  Beta-carotene is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals; prevents lung infection; enhances immune system; alleviates symptoms. Take 25,000-50,000 IU of beta-carotene daily, in divided doses, for many months. Do not use synthetic beta-carotene if you are a smoker. It may increase the risk of some type of cancers.

Oral Actions

• Action - Life extension promoter

  Beta-carotene is a life extension promoter; promotes life extension. Take 25,000-50,000 IU of beta-carotene daily, in divided doses, for many months. Do not use synthetic beta-carotene if you are a smoker. It may increase the risk of some type of cancers.

• Action - Antioxidant

  Beta-carotene is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals. Take 25,000-50,000 IU of beta-carotene daily, in divided doses, for many months. Do not use synthetic beta-carotene if you are a smoker. It may increase the risk of some type of cancers.

• Action - Immune enhancer

  Beta-carotene is an immune enhancer; enhances immune system. Take 25,000-50,000 IU of beta-carotene daily, in divided doses, for many months. Do not use synthetic beta-carotene if you are a smoker. It may increase the risk of some type of cancers.

• Action - Nutritive

  Beta-carotene is a nutritional support. Take 25,000-50,000 IU of beta-carotene daily, in divided doses, for many months. Do not use synthetic beta-carotene if you are a smoker. It may increase the risk of some type of cancers.

• Action - Ophthalmic

  Beta-carotene is an ophthalmic; helps to treat eye problems. Take 25,000-50,000 IU of beta-carotene daily, in divided doses, for many months. Do not use synthetic beta-carotene if you are a smoker. It may increase the risk of some type of cancers.

• Action - Hypotensive

  Beta-carotene is a hypotensive; reduces blood pressure. Take 25,000-50,000 IU of beta-carotene daily, in divided doses, for many months. Do not use synthetic beta-carotene if you are a smoker. It may increase the risk of some type of cancers.

• Action - Antiepileptic

  Beta-carotene is an antiepileptic; reduces epilepsy symptoms. Take 25,000-50,000 IU of beta-carotene daily, in divided doses, for many months. Do not use synthetic beta-carotene if you are a smoker. It may increase the risk of some type of cancers.

Topical Uses

• Aging skin

  Beta-carotene is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals; reduces skin aging. Apply a cream containing beta-carotene 2 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

• Sunburn protection

  Beta-carotene is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals; used for protection. Apply a cream containing beta-carotene 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Recommended Dosage

Take 25,000-50,000 IU of beta-carotene daily in divided doses for many months. (25,000 IU = 15 mg of beta-carotene)

Cautions & Side Effects

There is no known safety problems if used at suggested dosage. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, use beta-carotene under the control of an experienced practitioner. Do not use synthetic beta-carotene if you are a smoker; it can increase the risk of some type of cancers. If you have liver problems use high doses of beta carotene with caution. High doses of beta-carotene and used longtime may increase risk of heart attack and certain forms of cancer. Side effects: Diarrhea, bruising, yellowing of the skin.

Available Forms

Beta-carotene is available in capsule and tablet form.