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CAROTENOIDS

For reference, please refer to the Quest Health Library 'Other Supplements' section.

Q1. Are the following statements true or false? (7 marks)
a) Beta carotene is only found in carrots.	True False
b) Beta carotene is the most well known carotenoid.	True False
c) Carotenoids are a group of antioxidants.	True False
d) Antioxidants help reduce pollution damage to cells.	True False
e) Chlorophyll is a yellow carotenoid.	True False
f) Carotenoids are the colourful pigments in plants	True False
g) Potatoes are a source of carotenoids in supplements	True False

Q2. Match the predominant carotenoid in the fruit or vegetable - each requires a different response: (6 marks)
1) Lycopene
2) Lutein
3) Beta carotene
4) Cryptoxanthin
5) Alpha carotene
6) Zeaxanthin

Q3. Are the following true or false of carotenoids? (7 marks)
a) Carotenoids work best individually	True False
b) The carotenoids have specific roles in different parts of the body	True False
c) Carotenoids are free radical "quenchers"	True False
d) Dietary carotenoids contribute to dietary vitamin A intake	True False
e) Excessive amounts of beta carotene have no effect on skin colour	True False
f) Beta carotene cannot be properly converted into vitamin A by diabetics, or by those with hyperthyroidism	True False
g) Dunaliella salina and tomatoes are sources of carotenoids in supplements	True False

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