High-dose vitamin A capsules (25,000 IU) from Now Foods
When you buy Now Foods Vitamin A Depot , you receive 250 softgel capsules of vitamin A. One softgel capsule contains a dosage of 25,000 IU (equivalent to 7,500 mcg) of vitamin A from retinyl palmitate and fish liver oil. Now Foods guarantees the highest quality through the production of high quality ingredients and strict controls.
What is vitamin A?
Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin and can therefore be stored in the body. It is stored in the liver and our body cannot produce vitamin A itself and must absorb it through food. As vitamin A is involved in many visual processes, it is also particularly important for our eyesight. This is why it is also known as the eye vitamin [1].
Now Foods Vitamin A contains the compound retinyl palmitate, also known as vitamin A ester
What effect does vitamin A have?
Vitamin A plays an important role in our body. It is involved in numerous cell metabolism processes and is important for the immune system. Vitamin A owes its name "eye vitamin" to its effect on vision[2].
Inadequate intake can lead to a vitamin A deficiency in the body, which can manifest itself through various symptoms.
How does a vitamin A deficiency manifest itself?
If your own vitamin A levels are too low, a deficiency can manifest itself through various symptoms. The first indication of a significant vitamin A def iciency is the symptom of night blindness. Those affected by this form of visual impairment can see very poorly or not at all at dusk. Non-specific symptoms of vitamin A deficiency are:[3]
- Loss of appetite
- Dry and calloused skin and mucous membranes
- General muscle weakness
- Growth retardation in children
To prevent a vitamin A deficiency, care should be taken to ensure a sufficient intake. As our body cannot produce the vitamin itself, the vitamin is absorbed through a diet rich in vitamin A.
Which foods contain vitamin A?
Vitamin A is mainly found in animal products . A particularly rich source of vitamin A is liver and all sausage products made from it.
Other sources are eggs, milk, dairy products, especially Camembert and eel[3].
With a very conscious diet and the intake of foods containing vitamin A, a deficiency is rare. However, if fat digestion and absorption are restricted or the body is not able to convert vitamin A efficiently, this can lead to a vitamin A deficiency[3].
In addition to a balanced diet, the additional intake of vitamin A supplements can be useful.
In addition to Now Foods Vitamin A with 25,000 IU per capsule, you can also find Now Foods Vitamin A with 10,000 IU in our store.
INGREDIENTS
7-day dosage: 1 softgel capsule
Ingredients:
- Vitamin A 7500mcg (25,000 IU) / 938%*
Ingredients: Retinyl palmitate, cod liver oil (from cod, saithe and haddock), coating agent: gelatine (bovine; BSE-free; capsule); humectant: glycerine; water, extra virgin olive oil
= Percentage of the nutrient reference values according to Regulation (EU) No. 1169/2011
APPLICATION
Now Foods recommends taking one (1) softgel every 7 days. The capsules are best taken with a meal. Or after consultation with your doctor/healthcare practitioner.
LEGAL NOTICE
Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet. Keep out of the reach of children. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. If you have a bad reaction to the product, stop taking it immediately. Please consult your doctor if you wish to use dietary supplements and are being treated for a medical condition or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. All trademarks, registered trademarks and servicemarks mentioned on this site are the property of their respective owners.
SOURCES
[1]Vitamin A. Netdoktor. C.Felchner. netdoktor.de. 26.09.2019. Retrieved on 03.03.2022.
[2]Vitamin A for growth and vision. Gesundheit.de. K. Mehner. gesundheit.de. 01.09.2020. Retrieved on 03.03.2022.
[3]Selected questions and answers on vitamin AGerman Society for Nutrition e. V. dge.de. November 2020. retrieved on 03.03.2022.
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Inadequate intake can lead to a vitamin A deficiency in the body, which can manifest itself through various symptoms.
