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Ever wonder what role vitamin A plays in your health?

5/25/2023

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Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays an important role in a variety of bodily functions. It is necessary for healthy vision, immune function, skin health, and fetal development. Vitamin A can be obtained from both animal sources (such as liver and eggs) and plant sources (such as sweet potato and spinach), and it can also be consumed in supplement form. Deficiency in vitamin A can lead to a variety of health problems, including night blindness, weakened immune system, and skin issues. However, consuming too much vitamin A can also be harmful, so it is important to consume it in moderation.
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Always consult a health professional before introducing dietary supplements into your health routine.
The National Institutes of Health's Office of Dietary Supplements has a bit to say about vitamin A too.  Check out their Vitamin A and Carotenoids Fact Sheet for Consumers.
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Add key vitamins to your diet by eating these foods

3/4/2023

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Vitamins have different jobs to help keep the body working properly. Some vitamins help you resist infections and keep your nerves healthy, while others may help your body get energy from food or help your blood clot properly. Most older adults can get all the nutrients they need from foods. Here are a few examples of important vitamins and their food sources:
  • Vitamin D: Eat fatty fish, fish liver oils, fortified milk and milk products, and fortified cereals.
  • Vitamin B6: The richest sources of vitamin B6 include fish, potatoes and other starchy vegetables, and fruit (other than citrus).
  • Calcium: Eat milk and other dairy products, dark green leafy vegetables, soybeans, canned sardines and salmon with bones, and calcium-fortified foods.

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Could a daily multivitamin improve cognition in older adults?

12/22/2022

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Preliminary findings from an NIA-funded study found that a daily multivitamin might improve cognition in older adults or protect cognitive health with age.
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