All are true regarding Vitamin A EXCEPT

Correct option is C

Ans. (c) Sol.
· Option (c): Vitamin A cannot be synthesized in the human body without dietary intake. It must be obtained from food sources or supplements, primarily in the form of provitamin A carotenoids (such as beta-carotene) or preformed vitamin A (retinol).
· Option (a): Vitamin A is indeed found in green leafy vegetables, especially in the form of beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A.
· Option (b): High doses of vitamin A during pregnancy can be teratogenic (cause birth defects), especially if the intake exceeds recommended levels.
· Option (d): Supplementation of vitamin A has been shown to reduce morbidity and mortality in children with diarrhea, as it enhances immune function and helps prevent complications.