Vitamin A: Your Guide to Better Health with Jiordana Saade
Our vitamins are very, very important, and our vitamins also must be obtained from food. So this is not something that we can like create internally. We must get them from food and they are essential helpers in metabolism.
Ever wondered if you're getting enough vitamin A? Jiordana Saade, the certified holistic nutritionist behind the 'Head-to-Heal' podcast, kicks off her new segment 'What'SUP' by diving deep into this essential nutrient. In this episode, Jiordana breaks down everything you need to know about vitamin A—its benefits, the best food sources, and whether you should consider supplements. Jiordana's approach is both informative and relatable.
She shares how vitamin A plays a crucial role in eyesight, growth, tissue healing, and maintaining healthy skin. You'll learn which foods are packed with this nutrient, from liver and cod liver oil to sweet potatoes and spinach. Plus, she discusses factors that might hinder your body's ability to convert beta carotene into retinol, like high iron supplementation and vitamin E deficiency.
For those who follow a vegan or vegetarian diet, Jiordana offers practical advice on how to ensure you're getting enough vitamin A. She even highlights specific supplements that can help. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to boost their health through better nutrition. With her background in behavioural neuropsychology and hypnosis, Jiordana adds a unique perspective to the discussion, making complex topics easy to understand.
Whether you're a health enthusiast or just curious about vitamins, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tips to help you thrive.