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EB. 120: Vitamin A Toxicity: Retinoic Acid Toxicity, Accutane, and Whether Hypervitaminosis A Exists

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Rethinking Vitamin A Toxicity

This chapter critically examines a study on vitamin A toxicity using rat subjects and translates the findings to human dietary contexts. It highlights the implausibility of reaching toxic levels through normal beef liver consumption and challenges prevailing views on the safety of vitamin A intake. By analyzing significant doses needed for toxicity, the discussion questions exaggerated claims about the risks associated with vitamin A, suggesting that they may be overstated.

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