Vitamin A is a fat soluble vitamin playing a significant role supporting various essential functions within the body including:
🥸 Vision. One of the most well-known functions is maintaining good vision. A deficiency can lead to night blindness and other vision problems.
🦠 Immune System. Its crucial for a strong immune system, helping to maintain mucous membrane integrity against pathogens and supporting the production and function of immune cells.
🧬 Vitamin A is involved in the growth and differentiation of various types of cells, essential for maintaining the health & function of organs & tissues.
❤️🩹 Vitamin A contributes to healthy skin by regulating cell turnover, promoting growth & repair of skin cells & regulates sebum production keeping skin moist.
🥕 Vitamin A is also important in Reproductive Health,
🫒 Cellular Communication, Bone Health & an Antioxidant.
Vitamin A Food Sources:
🐮 Animal Sources - Liver, dairy (milk, cheese, butter), eggs & fatty fish like salmon.
🥕 Plant Sources - Some colourful fruits & vegetables contain beta-carotene, a precursor to vitamin A, including carrots, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, butternut squash, spinach, kale, & red bell peppers.
It is important to note that excessive intake of vitamin A from supplements or high-dose sources can lead to toxicity.
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Specialist areas include:
🥦 Menopause & Perimenopause
🍎 Female Hormonal Health
🥑 Migraines
🫐 Digestive Health
🍋 Food Sensitivities & Special Diets
🍉 Energy & Vitality
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