Fruit, Vegetable and Dietary Carotenoid Intakes Explain Variation in Skin-Color in Young Caucasian Women: A Cross-Sectional Study
Fruit and vegetables contain carotenoid pigments, which accumulate in human skin, contributing to its yellowness. This effect has a beneficial impact on appearance. The aim was to evaluate associations between diet (fruit, vegetable and dietary carotenoid intakes) and skin color in young women. Nine...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2015-07-01
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| Series: | Nutrients |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/7/7/5251 |