BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

Detailed explanation-1: -Vitamin A comes from two sources. One group, called retinoids, comes from animal sources and includes retinol. The other group, called carotenoids, comes from plants and includes beta-carotene. The body converts beta-carotene to vitamin A.

Detailed explanation-2: -Function. Vitamin A helps form and maintain healthy teeth, skeletal and soft tissue, mucus membranes, and skin. It is also known as retinol because it produces the pigments in the retina of the eye.

Detailed explanation-3: -The UL for vitamin A from retinol is 3, 000 micrograms of preformed vitamin A.

Detailed explanation-4: -Can you put vitamin A directly on your face? A. Yes, some vitamin A supplements come in the form of capsules and can be broken and applied directly to the face. However, when it comes to topical application, it is best to consult a dermatologist before trying anything.