Plenty of Plant-Based Vitamin A Sources! More than 100 Choices!!

Srinivasa K. Rao, Ph.D.
5 min readJan 13, 2024
https://aterimber.com/nutrient-collage-vitamin-a/

Vitamins play a starring role in the quest for optimal health, and Vitamin A is no exception. Often celebrated for its role in vision and immune function, Vitamin A is a fat-soluble nutrient pivotal for our well-being. While animal products are known sources, the plant kingdom offers a bounty of Vitamin A in the form of provitamin A carotenoids, most notably beta-carotene. Let’s explore the vibrant array of plant-based foods that can enrich your diet with this essential nutrient.

The Beta-Carotene Bonanza — the precursor to Vitamin A

https://www.geneticlifehacks.com/beta-carotene-conversion-to-vitamin-a/

Beta-carotene, the precursor to Vitamin A, gives fruits and vegetables rich orange, yellow, and green hues. When we consume these foods, our bodies convert beta-carotene into Vitamin A. This process supports our health and allows us to enjoy a diversity of flavors and textures in our diet.

Vitamin A in Human Health

https://www.quora.com/What-is-the-function-of-vitamin-A-to-the-human-body

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Srinivasa K. Rao, Ph.D.
Srinivasa K. Rao, Ph.D.

Written by Srinivasa K. Rao, Ph.D.

Biomedical Scientist in New York is interested in Nutrition, Metabolomics, Food as Medicine, STEM and AI. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sraonewyrok/