Show notes
Welcome to the Head-To- Heal Podcast!
In today's episode Jiordana sits down for the first episode of her new format "What'SUP", where she teaches you all you need to know about vitamins A to Z. In this episode she explains in detail what vitamin A is good for, in what foods it can be found and if we should supplement it. Enjoy!
Retinol (food sources)
- liver (beef, chicken)
- cod liver oil
- butter
- egg
- whole milk / dairy
Carotenes Food sources
- sweet potato
- pumpkin
- carrot
- spinach
- kale / greens
Factors that can impede Vitamin A conversion:
- High iron supplementation
- Alcohol
- Vitamin E deficiency
- Some people genetically have a harder time converting beta carotene to retinol
Functions of Vitamin A:
Eye sight, growth and tissue healing, healthy skin, antioxidant
Supplements:
Links:
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DISCLAIMER: Please note I am not a medical doctor and you should always seek help from a physician before beginning any new health regime!