β‐Carotene Bioavailability and Conversion Efficiency Are Significantly Affected by Sex in Rats

Conclusionsβ-Carotene bioavailability and conversion efficiency to VA are affected by the sex of rats. Results of gene expression suggest a hormetic regulation of VA metabolism in female rats.

Source: Molecular Nutrition and Food Research - October 19, 2021 Category: Food Science Authors: Patrick Borel, Romane Troadec, Morgane Damiani, Charlotte Halimi, Marion Nowicki, Philippe Guichard, Marielle Margier, Julien Astier, Michel Grino, Emmanuelle Reboul, Jean ‐François Landrier Tags: Research Article Source Type: research