Barry is a vegan. His diet does not include foods that contain preformed vitamin A and he does not take any supplements. Nevertheless, his body has adequate vitamin A stores. Which of the following statements provides the best explanation for Barry's adequate vitamin A status?

a. He consumes foods that supply tryptophan, which his liver converts to preformed vitamin A

b. His fat cells synthesize preformed vitamin A from essential fatty acids

C. He eats plenty of foods that contain beta-carotene

d. His body does not require sources of vitamin A

e. His kidneys are able to store vitamin A

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4 February, 12:36

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Paulina Potter · Answer 1

The answer is C. He eats plenty of food that contain beta-carotene