This is the nutrient that causes flamingos to be pink, as the receive it from the shrimp that they eat.
There are over 600 carotenoids that have been discovered so far.
The role of beta-carotene in nature is to protect the skins of fruits that are dark green, yellow and orange.
Beta-carotene can be found in:
- Carrots
- Squash
- Sweet potatoes
- Broccoli
- Tomatoes
- Collard greens
- Kale
- Cantaloupe
- Peaches
- Apricots