Vitamin A

Information

Vitamin A is a stable, fat-soluble vitamin that is involved in a wide variety of bodily functions.

Main Benefits

A powerful anti-oxidant which helps protect the cells against cancer, good for vision, growth, reproduction and maintenance of healthy skin

Food Sources

milk, eggs, liver, fortified cereals, carrots, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, cantaloupe, apricots, peaches, papayas, and mangos.

Deficiency Symptoms

night blindness; increased susceptibility to infections; rough, dry, scaly skin; loss of smell & appetite; frequents fatigue; lack of tearing; defective teeth & gums' retarded growth