Vitamin A

Vitamin A appears in two forms - retinol (a precursor of finished vitamin A) and beta-carotene or provitamin A and is converted to Vitamin A in the body.

Where vitamin A is found

• Vitamin A is mainly found in animal products such as meat, liver, milk, butter, fish oil or egg yolks.
• Beta-carotene is mainly found in plant sources such as carrots, tomatoes, peppers, yellow and leafy vegetables, yellow fruits

A deficiency of vitamin A can manifest itself in greyishness and eye pain.

Vitamin A dosage

The daily recommended intake for an adult is 800 µg.

Benefits of vitamin A

• Maintains normal condition of mucous membranes and skin
• Maintains normal vision
• Contributes to normal function of the immune system
• Contributes to normal metabolism of iron
• Contributes to the process of cell specialization

What to know about vitamin A

• For better effect of this vitamin it is recommended to combine it with B-complex, vitamins D and E, calcium, phosphorus and zinc.
• Taking vitamin A is not recommended for pregnant women.