The Journal of pediatrics
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The Journal of pediatrics · Jul 2012
Randomized Controlled TrialInsulin resistance and adiposity in relation to serum β-carotene levels.
To determine the effects of placebo vs an encapsulated supplement of fruit and vegetable juice concentrate (FVJC) on serum β-carotene levels, insulin resistance, adiposity, and subclinical inflammation in boys. ⋯ A 6-month supplementation with FVJC in the presence of nutritional counseling was associated with an increase in serum β-carotene concentrations and a reduction in adiposity in conjunction with an improvement in insulin resistance in OW boys.