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Punch biopsy is a useful and low-cost technique for obtaining skin samples and diagnosing skin lesions. A cylindrical scalpel is used to extract a skin fragment 2 to 8 mm in length and 7 to 9 mm in depth. Before performing the technique, informed consent from the patient and sterile material are required. After the biopsy, follow-up is done to monitor the wound and remove the stitches. This technique is especially useful in primary care for the diagnosis and treatment of skin lesions. Additionally, hypercarotenemia is mentioned, a benign condition that causes yellow-orange hyperpigmentation in the skin due to carotene deposition. It is important to differentiate it from jaundice. [Extracted from the article]

Further, investigators reported that after10 years, the participant group originallyassigned to receive lutein/zeaxanthin had anadditional 20% reduced risk of progressionto late AMD compared with those originallyassigned to receive beta carotene. RETINA AREDS2 formula doesn't contain beta carotene,reducing the risk of lung cancer New research data from the National EyeInstitute (NEI) confirm that dietary supplementscan decrease the progression ofage-related macular degeneration (AMD).In a report on a National Institutes of Health(NIH)-funded study recently published inJAMA Ophthalmology, investigators examined10 years' worth of data from the Age-RelatedEye Disease Studies (AREDS and AREDS2).1,2 They discovered that the AREDS2formula--which substituted antioxidantslutein and zeaxanthin for beta carotene--notonly reduces the risk of lung cancer frombeta carotene but is also more effective inreducing the risk of AMD progression, comparedwith the original formula, according toan NIH news release.3 Emily Chew, MD, director of the NEI'sDivision of Epidemiology and ClinicalApplication, as well as lead author of thestudy report, said that because taking betacarotene increased the risk of lung cancer forcurrent smokers in 2 NIH-supported studies,the goal with AREDS2 was to create an equallyeffective supplement formula that couldbe used by both smokers and nonsmokers. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on emerging food ingredients in the market, highlighting its technology, research, regulatory status, marketing, and potential applications. Some of these ingredients discussed are beta-carotene found in orange cauliflower, lucuma found in ice cream and other confectionery products, and pectin used as a gelling and thickening agent, beverage stabilizer and fat substitute. With the emerging developments in food technology, the global industry will have to remain strong, healthy and safe.

The article reports on a study conducted by the Antioxidants in Prevention of Cataracts regarding antioxidants supplementation. Results show that antioxidants with ß carotene and vitamins E and C did not affect cataract progression. The fact that the results of the study was negative, the author concludes that the public should put to rest thoughts that ß carotene and vitamin C and E, in isolation, can influence cataract progression.

El artículo presenta información sobre equipos y productos disponibles para la industria alimenticia en América Latina. Foodesign ha introducido una gama de aplicadores de coberturas llamada Quick-Coat. DSM Food Specialties de Gist Brocades presentó CaroPure, beta-carotene natural en forma de píldora microencapsulada. Se presentó el sistema de rebanado FX180 de Formax.

El artículo habla del uso de vitaminas y carotenos en la industria de alimentos y bebidas. Se explica la importancia de las vitaminas y de las hidrosolubles y las liposolubles. Se incluye una lista de las vitaminas más conocidas. Se da información de los siguientes vitaminas: A, Complejo B, B1, B2, D pantotenato de calcio, B6, C y E. Se habla de su papel en la nutrición de los seres humanos y de cómo se utilizan en la industria alimenticia.

El artículo se enfoca en los aspectos alimenticios y culturales del loche, un tipo de calabaza que se encuentra en Perú. Según la autora, el loche varía en su color desde el amarillo intenso hasta un color naranjado y tiene una concentración alta de los carotenos y las xantofilas. La autora afirma que el área de Batán Grande es la mayor productora de loche.

Lists vitamins commonly found in nutritional supplements. Vitamins A and D; Vitamin B; Vitamin E and lycopene; Beta-carotene; Vitamin C. INSET: Anticoagulant Therapy.

The article offers brief information on the FISclear™ emulsions carotene food colors from Food Ingredient Solutions LLC.

El artículo ofrece noticias breves sobre la industria alimenticia. La empresa Solbar produce una nueva proteína vegetal derivada de la soya para ser utilizada en la industria alimenticia. Innovaciones en el campo de las investigaciones sobre carotenos por DSM Nutritional Products. Cuarenta años de la aparición de la vitamina B3 en el mercado celebra la empresa Lonza.

The article focuses on a process developed by researchers at the University Putra Malaysia that allows carotenes and edible oils be recovered from crude palm oil. The traditional method for producing carotenes from crude palm oil results in the loss of edible oil. According to the researchers, the new recovery method can be applied in operations by simply installing a single chromatography column.

The article states that vegetables can reduce the risk for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), according to a new study among 32,265 men in the U.S. The study found out that men who consumed more vegetables tended to be older, drink less alcohol and have a lower body mass index. The study concluded that diet rich in vegetables, beta-carotene, lutein and vitamin C reduce the occurrence of BPH.

The article reports on the highlights of the results of a study of 22,071 American male physicians between the ages of 40 and 84. The study showed that beta-carotene dietary supplementation does not prevent the risk or progression of age-related maculopathy (ARM). Optometrist Jeffrey Anshel explains that beta-carotene is not appropriate as the sole source of supplemental vitamin A which is vital to retina health.

The article reports that beta carotene pills to prevent the incidence of age-related maculopathy (ARM) have no beneficial effects according to the findings of a study conducted by U.S. researchers. The subjects, which consist of 22,000 health male doctors aged 40-84 years old, were grouped into two where in one was treated with beta carotene while the other with placebo. After a 12-year trial, 162 from those taking beta carotene and 170 from the placebo group exhibited ARM.

The article reports on the plan of DSM Nutritional Products Inc. to launch the new high efficiency Beta-Carotene beadlet-BetaTab 20% S. The launch shows DSM's unique position in the animal-free Beta-Carotene field. DSM's portfolio of animal-free product forms will now include Beta-Carotene, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Vitamin D3, ALL-Q and Lutein. BetaTab 20% S is expected to become the Beta-Carotene product of choice for direct compression in the multivitamin tablet industry. With BetaTab 20% S, the industry has an animal-free form with excellent stability performance.

Reports that supplements of high-dose vitamins C and E and betacarotene may provide some benefit to patients who already have age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Supplements' ability to decrease the risk of additional vision loss in the eye with AMD and also in the fellow eye; Effect of antioxidants on AMD patients.

The article reports that a 3000 t/a carotene high-tech project with a total investment of RMB 70.71 million has recently started construction in Liaoning Sheng, China.

Reveals that higher plasma lycopene concentrations are associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease in women. Suggestion that lycopene has significant in vitro antioxidant potential but has rarely been tested in prospective studies; U.S. researchers' investigation of serum lycopene levels in samples collected from middle-aged and older women.

Reports on the discovery of lycopene content in watermelon. Comparison between lycopene extraction in watermelon and tomatoes; Impact of the discovery on watermelon sales; Therapeutic uses of lycopene; Role of genetics in nutritional value of watermelons and berries.

Focuses on a Web site devoted to lycopene, an unsaturated carotenoid antioxidant. Organizations operating the site; Features of the site.

Reports that Dutch firm Gist-brocades and SKW Trostberg have teamed up to develop a process to produce beta-carotene. Use of SKW extraction and Gist-brocades fermentation; Roche and BASF as leaders in the beta-carotene market.