Evidence supporting the use of: Orange pigment
For the health condition: Aging (prevention)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3
Orange pigment, particularly carotenoids such as beta-carotene, alpha-carotene, and lutein, are widely found in orange-colored fruits and vegetables (e.g., carrots, sweet potatoes, pumpkins). These compounds are known antioxidants, and scientific studies support their role in combating oxidative stress, which is a significant contributor to aging processes. Carotenoids can neutralize free radicals, potentially reducing damage to cells and tissues over time. Some epidemiological studies have associated higher dietary intake of carotenoid-rich foods with reduced risk of age-related diseases, including certain cancers, cardiovascular disease, and age-related macular degeneration. Additionally, clinical trials have indicated that carotenoids may improve skin health and appearance, which are aspects of aging prevention people often seek.
However, while the antioxidant and protective effects of orange pigments are supported by scientific research, the evidence is moderate. Most benefits are seen with dietary intake from whole foods rather than from supplements, and high-dose supplementation (especially of beta-carotene) has not consistently demonstrated anti-aging effects and may even pose risks in some populations (e.g., smokers). Overall, orange pigments have a scientifically supported role in supporting healthy aging as part of a balanced diet, but they are not a cure-all, and their impact is best considered as part of a broader nutritional and lifestyle approach.
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acai berry
acetyl l-carnitine
akkermansia muciniphila
algal oil
alpha-carotene
alpha-glycosyl isoquercitrin
alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG)
alpha-linolenic acid (ALA)
amino acids
anthocyanins
apple
apricot
ascorbyl palmitate
ashwagandha
astaxanthin
astragalus
beta-carotene
brussel sprouts
carrot
catalase
cauliflower
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
collagen
cryptoxanthin
turmeric
curcumin
DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone)
epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)
fisetin
flaxseed
ginkgo biloba
green tea
greens blend (proprietary)
l-carnosine
lutein
magnesium
matcha
melatonin
mixed carotenoids
nicotinamide riboside
omega-3 fatty acids
polypeptide complex (proprietary)
protein
quercetin
resveratrol
rhodiola
sardines
selenium
silicon
soybean
trans-pterostilbene
almond fruit
Urolithin A
vegetable blend (proprietary)
vitamin A
vitamin C
vitamin E
watermelon
zinc
β-nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN)
cistanche
dodder
royal jelly
polyphenols
anemarrhena asphodeloides
yerba mate
goji berry
algae
AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK)
soy isoflavones
ashitaba
3-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)prop-2-enoic acid
8-Prenylnaringenin
Antler
Apigenin
Aronia melanocarpa
Antrodia camphorata
Anserine
Avocado
Alpha Hydroxy Acids
Allantoin
Alpha-Lipoic Acid
Astragaloside
anthocyanidins
Ampelopsin
Algal protein
anthocyanosides
Argan nut oil
Abalone
Brassica
Bioflavonoids
Bird's nest
Carnosine
Curcuminoid
Cruciferous
Cycloastragenol
Chinese Ligustrum berry
Carotene (unspecified)
Dunaliella salina
Dismutase
DHEA
Dunaliella
Epidermal Growth Factor
epicatechin
Ellagic Acid
Ergothioneine
Flavonoids
fibroblast growth factor
Other health conditions supported by orange pigment
Aging (prevention)Cancer (prevention)
Cuts
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Eyesight (poor)