4 Foods to Fight Off Vitamin A Deficiency

Healthshots By Manasvi Jain Published Jan 18, 2023

Vitamin A is one such essential vitamin that needs to be consumed everyday to avoid creating its deficiency.

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Vitamin A is important for the healthy functioning of our eyes, the immune system, the reproductive system and cellular communication.

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Green Vegetables

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Leafy greens like kale and spinach or broccoli and bell peppers are very rich sources of vitamin A.

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Red, Orange and Yellow Vegetables

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Tomatoes, carrots, beetroot, pumpkin, sweet potatoes and squash have a nutrient named beta-carotene, which is a precursor of vitamin A.

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Orange and Yellow Fruits

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Fruits like oranges, mangoes, cantaloupe, papayas and dried apricots are a rich source of vitamin A and should be included in your diet.

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Dairy Products

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Dairy products such as milk and eggs can also help fight off vitamin A deficiency.

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4 Foods to Fight Off Vitamin A Deficiency

Vitamin A is one such essential vitamin that needs to be consumed everyday to avoid creating its deficiency.

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Vitamin A is important for the healthy functioning of our eyes, the immune system, the reproductive system and cellular communication.

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Green Vegetables

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Leafy greens like kale and spinach or broccoli and bell peppers are very rich sources of vitamin A.

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Red, Orange and Yellow Vegetables

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Tomatoes, carrots, beetroot, pumpkin, sweet potatoes and squash have a nutrient named beta-carotene, which is a precursor of vitamin A.

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Orange and Yellow Fruits

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Fruits like oranges, mangoes, cantaloupe, papayas and dried apricots are a rich source of vitamin A and should be included in your diet.

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Dairy Products

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Dairy products such as milk and eggs can also help fight off vitamin A deficiency.

Image Credits : Freepik