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Fortified milk is a great source of Vitamins A and D.
Did you know that a combination of Vitamin A and zinc before surgery can help reduce
post-surgery scarring?

Vitamin A works to rebuild cells, generate collagen synthesis, and improves the quality of new tissue.
Vitamins - what they are and how they work
Vitamin A
Also known as : retinol

Type of vitamin : fat soluble - this means that it is stored by the body and does not need to be consumed daily.

USRDA : Men - 3000 IU, Women - 2700 IU

Sources: Vitamin A can be found in the following foods:

  • liver (4 oz beef liver, pan-fried - 196 calories)
  • fortified milk (8 oz whole milk - 146 calories)

Functions: Vitamin A is necessary for:

  • proper functioning of the eyes
  • proper functioning of the immune system
  • healthy hair
  • healthy bones
  • healthy teeth
  • healthy nails

Deficiencies : Vitamin A deficiency (not enough) can result in:

  • brittle hair
  • brittle nails
  • dry eyes
  • dry skin
  • frequent colds or infections
  • loss of appetite
  • night blindness
  • reduced hair growth (children)
  • reduced resistance to infection
  • rough skin

Overdose : Vitamin A overdose (too much) can result in:

  • blurred vision
  • bone pain
  • diarrhea
  • dry, cracked skin
  • fatigue
  • hair loss
  • headaches
  • irregular menstrual periods
  • joint pain
  • liver damage
  • skin rashes
  • vomiting


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