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Colour (Beta-Carotene from Blakeslea trispora)

Beta-carotene is a carotenoid pigment produced by the fungus Blakeslea trispora, used as a natural colorant and provitamin A source in foods.

Mineral or nutrientUpdated May 22, 2026
Health score+2.0
-5Good5

Water guidelines

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Food and supplement guidelines

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Risks

None at typical use levels, high oral doses may cause carotenodermia (skin discoloration)

Benefits

Natural colorant, provitamin A source, antioxidant properties

References

Waters containing Colour (Beta-Carotene from Blakeslea trispora)

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