Vitamin A in Gelagen™
Vitamin A, as retinyl acetate, is the skin-friendly vitamin in Gelagen.
Quick facts
- Amount per serving: 630 mcg RAE (70% DV)
- Supplied as retinyl acetate
- Supports normal skin and vision*
- Found in carrots, sweet potatoes and greens
The basics
Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps skin cells grow and renew, and it also supports normal vision.* On labels it is measured in RAE, short for retinol activity equivalents, so different forms can be compared fairly.
Its journey
Food sources include sweet potatoes, carrots, spinach, eggs and dairy. Retinyl acetate is a stable, ready-to-use form made for supplements.
Why it is in the formula
Gelagen gives 630 mcg RAE of vitamin A per serving, which is 70% of the Daily Value.* It is the vitamin most closely tied to skin in the formula. Read Vitamin A and Skin.
Key points
- It is a fat-soluble vitamin
- It supports normal skin and vision*
- RAE is the unit on the label
- Orange and green vegetables supply it
Simple ideas
- Roast a sweet potato or carrots
- Read the vitamin A guide
- Check the Supplement Facts panel
Its teammates
Vitamin A sits next to:
Read more from public sources
Common questions
What is RAE?
It stands for retinol activity equivalents, a unit that lets different forms of vitamin A be compared.
What is retinyl acetate?
A stable form of vitamin A used in supplements.
Which foods have vitamin A?
Sweet potatoes, carrots, spinach and eggs.
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