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Please explain if it is true that the intake of beta-carotene would decrease blood levels of lutein?
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No: It would increase the level of beta-carotene. Take lutein if you want to increase the blood level of lutein.
Answered 7/28/2014
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Both anti oxidants: That work on the same pathway. No need to take both lute in and beta carotene.
Answered 8/4/2014
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