you’re able to find vitamin A in tons of delicious, convenient foods.
But what about the lesser-knownbut no less importantvitamin A?
What Is Vitamin A?
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Seafood
Several varieties of fish and shellfishraw and cooked, fresh and cannedareparticularly high in vitamin A.
A six-ounce serving of King mackerel, for instance, provides 24 percent of daily vitamin A needs!
“These tasty spuds are also packed with fiber and other vitamins and minerals.
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Eat the skin to get the most out of each bite,” Moriarty says.
Cantaloupe
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No shocker to see another vibrant orange food on this list.
Mango
Mangos are another greatfruit for adding some vitamin A to your day.
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Keep frozen mango on hand to blend into smoothiesthey add just the right amount of natural sweetness.
Switch up your salad greens with spinach and kale, and servecollard greensorSwiss chardwith dinner.
Or whirl them into a silky sweet-tangy roasted red pepper dip.
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Broccoli
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A classic healthy food item, but for good reason.
Rather than traditional high-sugar cereals, fortified cereals arepacked with micronutrientsincluding vitamin Ato help balance out those artificial flavors.
Butternut Squash
Butternut squash is deliciousandhealthy, Farrell says.
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Plant Sources vs. ## How Much Vitamin A Do You Need per Day?
According to Moriarty, the amount needed each day depends on an individual’s age and sex.
The needs increase for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding," she says.
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Most bread and cereal is fortified with folic acid.svariophoto/Getty Images
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