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annatto

under Carotenoids
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More on Carotenoids Definition: The general name for a group of fat-soluble pigments found in green, yellow, and leafy vegetables, and yellow fruits. They are aliphatic hydrocarbons consisting of a polyisoprene backbone.      Other names Carotenes; Carotene
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annatto
  coloring matter from seeds of Bixa orellana L., Bixaceae; contains bixin and pigments that give carotene reactions; induces hyperglycemia 		1393-63-1   *Carotenoids *Plant Extracts *Bixaceae
Pharma Action Food Coloring Agents 		West Indian Med J 1987;36(2):99

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