This antioxidant is converted into vitamin A as the body needs it. Studies suggest that women with high levels of cryptoxanthin in their blood are better protected against cervical cancer.
Smoking depletes cryptoxanthin.
Fruits such as oranges, peaches, papaya and tangerines contain high levels of cryptoxanthin and should be considered in the daily diet. Cryptoxanthin is often included in mixed carotenoids supplements.
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