Vitamin A
a fat-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in many foods. Vitamin A is important for normal vision, the immune system, and reproduction. Vitamin A also helps the heart, lungs, kidneys, and other organs work properly.
There are two different types of vitamin A. The first type, preformed vitamin A, is found in meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products. The second type, provitamin A, is found in fruits, vegetables, and other plant-based products. The most common type of provitamin A in foods and dietary supplements is beta-carotene.
Best sources of Vitamin A
Cod liver oil
Eggs
Fortified breakfast cereals
Fortified skim milk
Orange and yellow vegetables and fruits
Other sources of beta-carotene such as broccoli, spinach, and most dark green, leafy vegetables