meta_analysis
    2008

    Beta-carotene, vitamins and skin photoprotection: meta-analysis of erythema studies

    Kopcke W, Krutmann J

    Published in Photochemistry and Photobiology

    Methodology

    Meta-analysis of controlled trials of oral beta-carotene supplementation on UV-induced erythema in humans.

    Key Findings

    Beta-carotene protected against sunburn only after at least 10 weeks of supplementation, with protection increasing with duration.

    Conclusions

    Beta-carotene offers weak, slow-onset photoprotection.

    Limitations

    Small trials; no protection short-term.

    Supplements Studied

    Beta-carotene protected against sunburn only after at least 10 weeks of supplementation

    Outcomes Measured

    UV Protection

    Beta-carotene protected against sunburn only after at least 10 weeks of supplementation

    Study Details

    Year:2008
    Duration:10 weeks
    Quality Score:6/10

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