Vitamin A - Substances Enhanced By
This section describes other substances and nutrients whose absorption or function is enhanced in the presence of optimal levels of Vitamin A.
Vitamin A may Enhance the Function of these Substances
Enzymes
Vitamin A may facilitate the production of Lysozyme. [1]
Vitamin A may stimulate the production of Tissue Plasminogen Activator (TPA). [2]
Growth Factors
Vitamin A may increase the number of Receptors for Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) in the Skin. [3]
Vitamin A may increase the production of Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF). [4]
Vitamin A may increase the production of Nerve Growth Factor (NGF). [5]
Hormones
Vitamin A may be essential for the secretion of optimal quantities of Human Growth Hormone (and Vitamin A deficiency may be implicated in the impaired secretion of Human Growth Hormone that occurs in short children). [6]
Vitamin A may help to regulate plasma Testosterone levels (Vitamin A deficiency can lead to sub-optimal plasma Testosterone levels). [7]
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