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Beta-carotene

Beta-carotene is an orange pigment commonly found in carrots and other colorful vegetables. In the human body, beta-carotene is converted into vitamin A (retinol). Retinol helps in having a healthy immune system, skin, and vision. Beta carotene also serves as a potent antioxidant by maintaining the brain, skin, lungs, and eyes.

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My friend has vitamin A deficiency. What measures to take?

Query: Hello doctor, My friend is 25 years old, and she was recently diagnosed with a vitamin A deficiency. Please provide an overview of what vitamin A is, including: What are the different forms of vitamin A? What is the role of vitamin A in the human body? What are the primary health benefits linked w...  Read Full »


Dr. Pandian. P

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Vitamin A is not synthesized by our body, so we need to obtain it from external sources, including both plant and animal origins. Vegetables that are yellow, red, and green are rich sources of this vitamin in the form of beta-carotene. Anim...  Read Full »

Can I cure my acne scars permanently without any medication?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old boy with a face full of acne scars. I have it for the last two years. I have tried many home remedies but did not consult a doctor. They got cured to some extent in the last two to three months or so but have now started reappearing. I want a permanent cure without a...  Read Full »


Dr. Ashwini. V. Swamy

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Nowadays, acne is considered physiological and a natural phenomenon rather pathological. Around 95% of the world population would have acne at some point in life. Getting into your case, you are 20 years old, it is the active age of acne. It starts at teenage around ...  Read Full »

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