... by the scientist Wachenroder after he crystallized this compound from carrot roots. Beta-carotene is a member of the ... carotenoids, which are highly pigmented (red, orange, yellow), fat-soluble compounds naturally present in many fruits, grains, oils, and ... ultimately death. Commercially available beta-carotene is produced synthetically or from palm oil, algae, or fungi. Beta-carotene is converted ...