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What do vitamin a do for the body and are there side effects?
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Vision, : Vision is the primary use of the body for vitamin a although there are a few other functions for which it is essential especially skin health. Usa diets almost always contain adequate amounts of vitamin a so supplementation is rarely necessary. There are no side effects from the usual supplement doses.
Answered 9/30/2012
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