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Vitamin A

By Mark Cichocki, R.N., About.com

Updated: December 21, 2004

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Function:

  • healthy eyes, skin, and bones
  • hormone synthesis
Sources:

  • dairy products
  • dark green leafy vegetables
  • deep orange fruits and vegetables
  • eggs
  • liver
Deficiency (Not enough):

  • poor teeth and bone development and grwoth
  • visual changes
  • diarrhea
Toxicity (Too much):

  • joint pain
  • dry and itchy skin
  • dry, cracked lips
  • nausea / vomiting
  • weight loss
Daily Allowances:

  • 10,000IU
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