), its only one piece of a much larger puzzle.
Read on to find out why theyre worth adding to your routine.
What are carotenoids?
Beta-cryptoxanthin
Found in orange and red fruit and vegetables, such as sweet red peppers and oranges.
Zeaxanthin
Found in yellow corn (and corn-based products), bell peppers, and egg yolk.
Additionally, because carotenoids are fat soluble, theyre most effective when taken with a meal that contains fat.
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This is true for both food and supplement sources, adds Shapiro.
The amount in supplements is geared towards specific endpoints.
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