Vitamin A

Retinol or vitamin A is found in animal liver (particularly cod) The main function in the body is to protect from infection, for good eye health,and as an antioxidant. Vitamin A is stored in the liver and in large doses can become toxic, and should not be taken during pregnancy. Beta carotene is a water soluble form of vitamin A it has the same functions as vitamin A. It is much safer than vitamin A as any excess can be secreted much more easily.