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Key facts There are several different forms of vitamin A. Vitamin A is found in meat, eggs and dairy products. Vitamin A supports immunity, eyesight and reproduction. If you take vitamin A supplements, follow the directions on the packet since too much can be harmful — unless you have a medically diagnosed deficiency. What is vitamin A? Vitamin A is an essential fat-soluble vitamin. You may recognise names such as retinol, retinal, retinoic acid or retinyl ester — these are all forms of vitamin A. Some animal products have preformed vitamin A (also known as retinol). Some fruits and vegetables