Facts about Vitamin A
- Fat soluble
Sources: there are two different forms of vitamin A
- Reinol
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- liver and fish liver oil
- egg yolks
- cream and whole milk
- butter
- Beta-carotene
- yellow and orange fruits and veggies
- leafy green veggies
Functions: How the body uses the vitamin
- improve eyesight health
- growth and tissue healing
- healthy skin – vitamin A stimulates the growth of the base layer of skin cells
- antioxidation- protects the body from effects of free radicals by neutralization
- lowering cancer risk and supporting immune function – helps cells maintain their integrity
- regulating genetic process
Uses: How we can use the vitamin in treatment and disease prevention
- prevent infections
- help eye problems
- treat skin problems
- pollution protection because of the antioxidant function
Requirements: Based on the RDA for a healthy adult
- 3,000 IU / day – two full size carrots worth.
Recipe for Vitamin A:
Carrot Raisin Salad: adapted to make healthier from AllRecipes.com
- 3 large carrots, shredded
- 1 cup raisins
- 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup 0% Greek Yogurt
- 2 tablespoons light sour cream
- 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- In a medium bowl, combine shredded carrots, raisins, walnuts, celery, and coconut.
- Whisk together yogurt, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, and salt.
- Stir dressing into carrot mixture.
- Chill a few hours before serving.
