Question
What is the food source for vitamin A
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Vitamin A can be obtained from various food sources, and it exists in two primary forms: preformed vitamin A (retinol) and provitamin A carotenoids (such as beta-carotene). Here are some sources for both forms:
### Preformed Vitamin A (Retinol):
1. **Animal Liver**: Beef liver and chicken liver are especially rich in vitamin A.
2. **Fish**: Cod liver oil and fatty fish like mackerel and salmon.
3. **Dairy Products**: Whole milk, cheese, and butter.
4. **Eggs**: Particularly the yolks.
### Provitamin A Carotenoids:
1. **Carrots**: One of the most well-known sources of beta-carotene.
2. **Sweet Potatoes**: High in beta-carotene, especially orange-fleshed varieties.
3. **Dark Leafy Greens**: Spinach, kale, and collard greens.
4. **Other Vegetables**: Butternut squash, pumpkin, and bell peppers, particularly yellow and orange ones.
5. **Fruits**: Mangoes, apricots, and cantaloupe are good sources.
Incorporating a variety of these foods into your diet can help ensure you get sufficient vitamin A.
### Preformed Vitamin A (Retinol):
1. **Animal Liver**: Beef liver and chicken liver are especially rich in vitamin A.
2. **Fish**: Cod liver oil and fatty fish like mackerel and salmon.
3. **Dairy Products**: Whole milk, cheese, and butter.
4. **Eggs**: Particularly the yolks.
### Provitamin A Carotenoids:
1. **Carrots**: One of the most well-known sources of beta-carotene.
2. **Sweet Potatoes**: High in beta-carotene, especially orange-fleshed varieties.
3. **Dark Leafy Greens**: Spinach, kale, and collard greens.
4. **Other Vegetables**: Butternut squash, pumpkin, and bell peppers, particularly yellow and orange ones.
5. **Fruits**: Mangoes, apricots, and cantaloupe are good sources.
Incorporating a variety of these foods into your diet can help ensure you get sufficient vitamin A.