Is Vitamin A Good for You?
If you’ve ever been told to eat your carrots for better eyesight, you’ve already met vitamin A’s most famous claim to fame. But this nutrient is far more than vision insurance. “Yes, vitamin A is essential for eyesight, but it’s also vital for immune function, reproductive health and for guiding cell growth and development throughout the body,” says Yasi Ansari, a registered dietitian nutritionist and Los Angeles–based certified sports dietetics specialist.
Despite its importance, most people don’t actually know what vitamin A is because it often takes a back seat to more popular vitamins like C and D. But a clearer understanding of its role can help you make everyday food choices that naturally increase your intake – choices that can support how you feel, how you see and how well your body functions over time.
Excerpted from USA Today
