What would happen if you didn't have enough vitamin A in your body?

Vitamin A is very important in helping your body to maintain healthy cells in structures of your eyes. It is responsible for helping your retina convert light into nerve signals. By not having vitamin A, many eye problems could start to develop.

It is also important to know that vitamin A plays a big role in the repair and growth of body tissues. The mucous membranes of your mouth, throat, lungs and nose also need this vitamin to protect them against possible infection.