{"product_id":"pure-encapsulations-vitamin-a-120-capsules","title":"Pure Encapsulations Vitamin A 120 capsules","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin A — the preformed, ready-to-use form your body doesn't have to convert\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThis is vitamin A as \u003cstrong\u003eretinol\u003c\/strong\u003e, supplied from Norwegian cod liver oil together with vitamin A palmitate — the preformed, biologically active form, delivering 3,000 mcg RAE (10,000 IU) per softgel. It sidesteps the single biggest limitation of plant-source vitamin A, which the body has to convert before it can use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePer softgel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitamin A (from cod liver oil and vitamin A palmitate) 3,000 mcg RAE (10,000 IU).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy \"preformed\" matters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eVitamin A reaches the diet in two ways: as \u003cstrong\u003epreformed retinol\u003c\/strong\u003e from animal sources, and as \u003cstrong\u003ebeta-carotene\u003c\/strong\u003e (provitamin A) from plants, which the body must convert into retinol. That conversion is inefficient and highly variable — common genetic differences in the BCMO1 enzyme mean a substantial proportion of people convert beta-carotene poorly. Preformed vitamin A removes that step: it arrives ready to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat vitamin A actually does\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eVitamin A is not one job but several, because in its retinoic-acid form it behaves almost like a hormone — binding nuclear receptors that switch genes on and off to direct how cells mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVision.\u003c\/strong\u003e Retinal, a form of vitamin A, is the light-sensitive pigment (rhodopsin) in the rod cells of the retina that makes low-light and night vision possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImmune defence.\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitamin A maintains the integrity of the epithelial and mucosal barriers — skin, gut and respiratory linings — that form the body's first physical line of defence, and it supports the function of immune cells behind that barrier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin.\u003c\/strong\u003e It regulates how skin cells differentiate and turn over, which is why vitamin A and its relatives are so central to skin health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eIt is fat-soluble, so it is best taken with a meal containing some fat. Being sourced from cod liver oil, it also carries the naturally occurring nutrients of that oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho it may suit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eAdults wanting targeted support for healthy vision, immune defence and skin — especially those who prefer the preformed form over beta-carotene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions — please read\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eVitamin A is fat-soluble and stored in the body, so it should not be taken in excess. \u003cstrong\u003eDo not use if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e unless directed by your healthcare professional — high-dose preformed vitamin A is not appropriate in pregnancy. Do not take alongside other high-dose vitamin A or retinoid medications. Contains \u003cstrong\u003efish (cod)\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you have liver disease, consult your healthcare professional first. Always read the label and use only as directed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis information is educational and describes how the nutrient works in the body. It is not medical advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If symptoms persist, consult your healthcare professional.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PURE ENCAPSULATIONS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58084309631136,"sku":"4110005","price":20.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0351\/0783\/1867\/files\/vitamina.jpg?v=1782216260","url":"https:\/\/www.healthfreek.com.au\/products\/pure-encapsulations-vitamin-a-120-capsules","provider":"Health Freek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}