Spring Valley Vitamin A Supplement - 2400 mcg, 250 Softgels

Vitamin A Benefits for Your Health

Vitamin A plays a vital role in maintaining healthy vision, supporting immune function, and promoting skin health. This essential nutrient helps your eyes adjust to dim light, keeps your immune system strong, and contributes to the maintenance of normal skin. Spring Valley Vitamin A softgels offer a convenient way to incorporate this key vitamin into your daily routine.

• Helps maintain healthy vision: Vitamin A is necessary for the normal function of the retina and helps you see in low light.
• Supports immune health: It aids in the maintenance of mucous membranes and supports the production of white blood cells.
• Contributes to skin integrity: Vitamin A helps keep skin cells healthy and may promote a clear complexion.
• Helps with bone development: Adequate vitamin A is important for normal bone growth and remodeling.
• Supports reproductive health: Vitamin A plays a role in normal reproductive function.

How Much Vitamin A Do You Need?

Health Canada recommends a daily intake of 900 mcg Retinol Activity Equivalents (RAE) for adult men and 700 mcg RAE for adult women. Needs increase during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Each softgel from Spring Valley provides 2400 mcg RAE, which is above the daily requirement but below the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) of 3000 mcg per day for adults. To avoid potential toxicity, do not exceed the UL from all sources, including foods and other supplements. Always read the label and follow directions for use.

What Is Vitamin A?

Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that is stored in the body. It occurs in two main forms: preformed vitamin A (retinol and retinyl esters) found in animal sources, and provitamin A carotenoids (like beta-carotene) from plants. This Spring Valley product contains preformed vitamin A in a softgel form for easy absorption. Each softgel delivers 2400 mcg of vitamin A to help bridge dietary gaps and support overall wellness.

Potential Side Effects and Safety Precautions

When taken as directed, vitamin A supplements are generally safe. However, because the body stores vitamin A, excessive intake over long periods can lead to toxicity (hypervitaminosis A). Symptoms may include dizziness, nausea, headaches, and in severe cases, liver damage. Pregnant women should be particularly cautious, as high doses can cause birth defects. Consult your healthcare provider before starting this supplement, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking medications. This product is a Natural Health Product (NHP) that has been assessed by Health Canada.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to take this supplement every day?

Yes, one softgel per day is within the safe range for most adults. However, if you regularly eat vitamin A-rich foods or take other supplements containing vitamin A, monitor your total intake to stay below the UL of 3000 mcg per day.

Can I take this supplement if I am pregnant?

Consult your doctor before taking vitamin A supplements during pregnancy. The UL during pregnancy is 3000 mcg per day, but individual needs vary.

What form of vitamin A is in this product?

This supplement contains preformed vitamin A (retinyl palmitate), which is readily absorbed by the body.

This product is a Natural Health Product (NHP) and has been assessed by Health Canada. These statements have not been evaluated by Health Canada. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, , or prevent any disease.