Vitamin A is necessary for normal eyesight, body tissues, growth and bone formation, and resistance to infection.
Sources:
- Liver, fish liver oils, eggs;
- Orange vegetables like carrots, sweet potatoes, pumpkin;
- Dark-green leafy vegetables, like spinach, kai lan, kangkong, di wang chai;
- Orange fruits like mango, cantaloupe, papaya, persimmon
- Tomatoes, green beans
Signs Of Deficiency: Poor night vision or night blindness, loss of appetite, increased susceptibility to infection, and changes in the skin and teeth.
