24Jan/11Off
What is considered to be a healthy dosage of Vitamin A?
I've noticed that some say 8000 IU and others 4450 IU
and so forth.So how much Vitamin A may I safely consume?
And what does IU mean anyway? I really would
appreciate some serious input.Thanks! :D
January 24th, 2011 - 06:54
IU stands for international units.
Read the label on the vitamins. It should tell you what the RDA is or the recommended daily allowance. A normal, well balanced diet should give you adequate Vitamin A especially if you eat plenty of foods rich in Vitamin A such as dark green, deep-orange, and other richly colored vegetables and fruits.
Vitamin A is a fat soluble vitamin which means it can accumulate in your body and reach toxic levels. Therefore, you should not take too much extra vitamin A.
As said, most people who eat plenty of fruits and veggies do not need Vitamin A supplements.