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[[Vitamin A]] is a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for many bodily functions. It plays a critical role in [[vision, immune function]], and cell growth and differentiation. In this article, we will explore the importance of vitamin A, its sources, and the recommended daily intake. | [[Vitamin A]] is a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for many bodily functions. It plays a critical role in [[vision, [[immune function]], and cell growth and differentiation. In this article, we will explore the importance of vitamin A, its sources, and the recommended daily intake. | ||
[[File:Vitamin-A-Synthese.png|thumb|Vitamin-A-Synthese]] | [[File:Vitamin-A-Synthese.png|thumb|Vitamin-A-Synthese]] | ||
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*[[Vision]]: Vitamin A is a component of [[rhodopsin]], a protein in the retina that allows us to see in low light conditions. Vitamin A deficiency can lead to [[night blindness]] and, in severe cases, blindness. | *[[Vision]]: Vitamin A is a component of [[rhodopsin]], a protein in the retina that allows us to see in low light conditions. Vitamin A deficiency can lead to [[night blindness]] and, in severe cases, blindness. | ||
*[[Immune function]]: Vitamin A is essential for maintaining a healthy immune system, as it helps to regulate the growth and differentiation of [[immune cells]]. | *[[Immune function]]: Vitamin A is essential for maintaining a healthy immune system, as it helps to regulate the growth and differentiation of [[immune cells]]. | ||
*[[Cell growth and differentiation]]: Vitamin A is important for the growth and differentiation of cells in many [[tissues, including the skin, respiratory tract, and gastrointestinal tract]]. | *[[Cell growth and differentiation]]: Vitamin A is important for the growth and differentiation of cells in many [[tissues]], including the skin, respiratory tract, and [[gastrointestinal tract]]. | ||
*[[Reproduction]]: Vitamin A is important for normal reproductive function and [[fetal]] development. | *[[Reproduction]]: Vitamin A is important for normal reproductive function and [[fetal]] development. | ||
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*[[Plant sources]]: Dark leafy greens, carrots, sweet potatoes, and winter squash are all high in [[beta-carotene]], which the body can convert into vitamin A. | *[[Plant sources]]: Dark leafy greens, carrots, sweet potatoes, and winter squash are all high in [[beta-carotene]], which the body can convert into vitamin A. | ||
*[[Fortified foods]]: Many foods, such as breakfast cereals and milk, are fortified with vitamin A. | *[[Fortified foods]]: Many foods, such as breakfast cereals and milk, are fortified with vitamin A. | ||
*[[Supplements]]: Vitamin A supplements are also available in [[pill or liquid form | *[[Supplements]]: Vitamin A supplements are also available in [[pill]] or liquid form. | ||
[[File:Vitamin A.gif|thumb|Vitamin A]] | [[File:Vitamin A.gif|thumb|Vitamin A]] | ||
