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.

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