| abstract |
Compositions that provide health benefits and methods regarding same are presented. In an embodiment, the present invention provides a primary composition comprising at least one carotenoid-containing material, enriched in Z isomers of the carotenoid compound. For example, the carotenoid-containing material contains by weight a greater percentage of an isomer selected from the group consisting of 5-Z, 9-Z and combinations thereof than of 13-Z isomer. |