Vitamin A (retinol) - description, benefits and where it is contained

Abstract

Fat-soluble vitamin, an essential component for healthy growth, bone and tooth tissue formation, and cell structure. It is important for night vision, necessary for protection against infections of the respiratory, digestive and urinary tract tissues. Responsible for the beauty and youthfulness of the skin, the health of hair and nails, visual acuity. Vitamin A is assimilated in the body in the form of retinol, which is found in liver, fish oil, egg yolk, dairy products and is added to margarine. Carotene, which is converted to retinol in the body, is found in many fruits and vegetables.

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