A nutrient that the body uses to help vision, bone growth and reproduction, as well as
to fight infections and keep skin and
Vitamin A is found in liver, egg yolks, dairy products and fish oils. The body also makes vitamin A from carotenoids (substances found in yellow and orange vegetables and fruits, as well as in dark green, leafy vegetables).
Also called retinol. Naturally occurring or synthetic substances similar to vitamin A are referred to as retinoid.
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