Benefits of Vitamin A

Are you aware of the benefits of vitamin A? There are many.

Here’s a quick list:

1. maintains and repairs skin tissue

2. helps form teeth and bones

3. protects against colds, flu, kidney & bladder infection

Vitamin A is also an antioxidant, helping to shield cells against cancer and other diseases. As an antioxidant, this vitamin slows the aging process and is well-known as a wrinkle eliminator.

Vitamin A Rich Foods

• calf’s liver

• milk

• eggs

However, some fruits and vegetables contain carotenes that your body converts into vitamin A.

For most people, the best source of vitamin A is beta-carotene, because it’s converted by the liver into the amount of vitamin A the body needs.

Vitamin A Deficiency Symptoms

A lack of vitamin A may cause:

• dry hair

• dry skin

• dry eyes

• fatigue

• frequent colds

• acne

Vitamin A in a Supplement

Taking large amounts of vitamin A is toxic to the body, specifically, the liver. However, taking supplemental vitamin A is safe and recommended. Many multi-nutrient supplements list it as beta-carotene.