Is Vitamin A Converted to Retinol? A Comprehensive Guide
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Approximately one-third of children under five are affected by vitamin A deficiency worldwide, yet the process by which we obtain this essential nutrient is often misunderstood. So, is vitamin A converted to retinol? The answer is yes, but only certain forms of vitamin A, known as provitamin A carotenoids, are converted by the body into the active form, retinol.
