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Vitamin A
Vitamin A helps to maintain good vision, prevents night-blindness and promotes healthy skin, hair and mucous membranes in the nose, throat, respiratory system and digestive system. Vitamin A also aids in the growth, repair and maintenance of body tissues and, at the same time, helps form strong bones, teeth and gums. Vitamin A is fat soluble and, as a result, is stored in the body for a long time. As a result, supplements of Vitamin A are not generally recommended. Taking excessive amounts of Vitamin A can cause headaches, vision problems, nausea, vomiting and dry, flaking skin.Food Sources: orange and yellow vegetables and fruit like carrots, turnips, apricots and cantalope; dark green leafy vegetables such as mustard greens, broccoli, parsley and kale; whole milk, cream and butter.
Adult RDA: Men – 5,000 IU, Women, 4,000 IU. NOTE: These descriptions are provided for information purposes only. Before taking any supplement, it is recommended that you consult your health care professional to ensure it is safe for you to take and will not interact with any medications you may be taking.
