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The conversion ratio of beta carotene to vitamin A (retinol) recommended by ICMR (2010) is

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1:8

ICMR Beta Carotene to Vitamin A Ratio

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) guidelines from 2010 specify the conversion ratio for beta carotene to vitamin A (retinol) for dietary purposes.

According to ICMR (2010), the recommended conversion ratio is:

  • Beta Carotene : Vitamin A (Retinol) = 1 : 8

This means that 8 micrograms (mcg) of dietary beta carotene are considered equivalent to 1 microgram (mcg) of retinol activity.

Therefore, the correct conversion ratio is 1:8.

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