Vitamin A and The Body

Vitamin A is essential for maintaining healthy vision, skin, and immune system function. The mechanism of action is when Vitamin A is converted into a form that helps transport retinol, a vitamin A derivative, to specific cells in the body to help with skin and immune functions. Retinol is then converted into an active form of Vitamin A, called retinal that helps with vision.

Food sources of Vitamin A include yellow or orange fruits and vegetables such as carrots, sweet potatoes, cantaloupe, and mangos. Found in leafy green vegetables such as cooked kale, spinach, broccoli, and collard greens. Animal products like egg yolks, dairy products, and fish such as salmon and mackerel are good sources of Vitamin A too.

Disclaimer: It is important to note that Vitamin A supplements can be toxic in large doses above 10,000 IU per day, so it is vital to speak to a healthcare professional about proper dosing.

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