Carlson Vitamin A 25000 IU (7500 mcg RAE) Softgels – Immune Support & Vision Health

Key Benefits of Carlson Vitamin A Supplement

• Immune Support: Vitamin A helps maintain normal immune function by supporting white blood cell production and activity.
• Vision Health: Essential for rhodopsin, a protein enabling low-light vision, and helps maintain cornea and conjunctiva health.
• Skin Maintenance: Promotes healthy skin through support of cell growth and differentiation, and maintains mucous membrane integrity.
• Antioxidant Protection: Neutralizes free radicals that can cause oxidative stress and cellular damage.

What Is Vitamin A?

Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin crucial for vision, immune function, and skin health. It comes in two forms: preformed vitamin A (retinol) from animal sources, and provitamin A carotenoids (like beta-carotene) from plants. This Carlson product provides preformed vitamin A as retinyl palmitate, a highly bioavailable form your body can use directly.

Types of Vitamin A: Retinol vs. Beta-Carotene

This supplement contains preformed vitamin A (retinol) as retinyl palmitate. Unlike beta-carotene, which must be converted to retinol—a process that varies between individuals—retinol is directly usable. For immediate vitamin A activity, retinol supplements are efficient. Carlson uses high-quality fish liver oil to ensure purity and potency.

How Much Vitamin A Do You Need?

The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for vitamin A is 900 mcg RAE for adult men and 700 mcg RAE for adult women. Each softgel of Carlson Vitamin A provides 7500 mcg RAE (25,000 IU), exceeding the RDA but staying below the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) of 3000 mcg RAE (10,000 IU) from preformed vitamin A for adults. Consider your total intake from all sources, including multivitamins and fortified foods, to avoid exceeding the UL.

Potential Side Effects and Safety

Vitamin A is safe at recommended doses. However, excessive intake of preformed vitamin A over long periods can lead to toxicity, with symptoms including dizziness, nausea, and liver damage. Pregnant women must be cautious, as high doses can cause birth defects. Do not exceed the recommended dosage. If you are pregnant, nursing, or taking medication, consult a healthcare professional before use. Risk information: High doses may cause toxicity; avoid if you have liver disease or are taking retinoid medications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I take this supplement with other vitamins? Yes, but monitor total vitamin A intake from all supplements and foods. Avoid additional high-dose vitamin A products.

How should I take these softgels? Take one softgel daily with a meal containing fat for optimal absorption, or as directed by your healthcare provider.

Is this product suitable for vegetarians? No, it is derived from fish liver oil and is not vegetarian or vegan.

This natural health product is licensed under Health Canada. Always read the label and follow directions for use. Keep out of reach of children. Consult a healthcare professional if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking medication.