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Vitamin A for Healthy Immunity this Winter
I don’t know if you realize it or not, but adequate food sources of pure vitamin A have been missing in our diets for years now. This is in part due to a decrease in the amount of liver and organ meats consumed in the Standard American Diet. It can also be attributed to avoidance of butter, whole milk and egg yolk for fear of rising cholesterol levels. Vitamin A is an essential fat soluble vitamin that is vital for growth and development of all organs, but with a special affinity for eye health. It’s no wonder that science is now witnessing an increase in vision related disorders, with the most dramatic being diabetic retinopathy. At this time of year, vitamin A is also so very important in dealing with the cold and flu season. It’s time to boost your health by getting adequate amounts of vitamin A for good health.
Although vitamin A deficiency is very rare in the United States, I still have many clients whose levels are less than optimal. Vitamin A does play a significant role in the world of micronutrients and human health. It is important for:
- Healthy eyes & vision
- Cell growth & repair
- Reproductive system health
- Immune function
- Good health of epithelial cells (digestive tract, gums, nose, skin, lungs)
- Thickened dry skin with small hard bumps near the elbows and knees
- Impaired taste or smell
- Chronic infections of the skin and respiratory system
- Thyroid issues
- Night blindness
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