What conditions or problems is Vitamin A used for ?

Vitamin A helps protect your eyes and skin from ultraviolet (UV) damage; it’s yellow color blocks blue (UV) light from absorption. The macula in the retina contains a lot of Vitamin A, which not only provides the eyes with protection from sunlight’s UV rays, but also seems to lower the risk of developing Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD). Vitamin A also protects the skin from UV damage, as well as free-radical damage. Studies have also shown that Vitamin A reduces inflammation and redness in the skin, and may even help prevent skin cancer.

In addition to the eyes and skin, Vitamin A is deposited in the breast and cervix. Studies indicate that Vitamin A and other carotenoids may have protective benefits against breast cancer risk. Vitamin A may also help to prevent or slow down atherosclerosis, a condition that causes the arteries to clog and often leads to cardiovascular disease.












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