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Why are vitamin A and vitamin C essential to us ? Give their important sources. |
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Answer» Solution :The vitamin A deficiency causes Xerophthalmia, a medical condition in which the eyes cannot produce TEARS due to hardening of cornea and causes the night BLINDNESS. It is available in fish liver oil, carrots, BUTTER and milk. It promotes the growth and increase resistance to diseases. Vitamin C deficiency causes Scurvy and pyorrhoea. Vitamin C increase the resistance of the body towards diseases. It MAINTAINS the healthy skin and helps to heal the cuts and abrasions. It is soluble in water and present in citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, amla, tomatoes, green vegetables etc. |
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