Supplements
- 5-htp
- Aloe Vera
- Amino-acids
- Antioxidants
- Bilberry
- Black Cohosh
- Bromelain
- Calcium
- Chamomile
- Chromium
- Co-Enzyme q10
- Cranberry
- Creatine
- Dandelion
- Echinacea
- Evening Primrose Oil
- Feverfew
- Fibre
- Fish Oils
- Folic Acid
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Ginko-Biloba
- Ginseng
- Glucosamine
- Glutamine
- Goldenseal
- Gotu Kola
- Green Tea
- Human Growth Hormone
- Iodine
- Iron
- Liquorice
- Magnesium
- Milk Thistle
- Selenium
- St. Johns Wort
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin B1
- Vitamin B6
- Vitamin B12
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin E
- Vitamin K
- White Willow Bark
- Zinc
Vitamin A
What is it?
A fat soluble nutrient stored in the liver.
What does it do?
Promotes growth and repair of body tissues, bone formation, and healthy skin and hair. Essential for night vision. Found in liver (all sources), some cheese, egg yolk, whole milk and butter.
Common Uses
Helps the body to fight colds, flu and infections. Promotes skin health and healing of wounds burns and ulcers.
Dosage
To avoid an excessive intake of vitamin A it is advisable to take supplements containing no more than the recommended daily allowance of 800mcg a day.
Caution
Vitamin A can build up to toxic levels, so be careful not to get too much, and remember that the beta-carotene form of the vitamin is safer. Women who are pregnant or considering pregnancy should not take more than 1500mcg of vitamin A daily; higher doses may cause birth defects. It is important to practise effective birth control when taking doses higher than 1500mcg and for at least a month afterwards.
Caution - Consult your doctor before taking supplements, especially if you have a medical condition or are pregnant.
All information provided regarding supplements should be used as guidelines. The Osteopathic Rehabilitation Centre takes no responsibility for the incorrect use of supplements and advises all readers to seek advice from a Certified Nutritionist before taking supplements.