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The Miracle in the Cell Membrane

Vitamin A

Prevents eye problems, blindness, and skin problems
by strengthening the immune system. It also helps treat
ulcers that form in the digestive system, and protects the
body against chills, and against infections in the kidneys,
bladder, lungs and mucous membranes. Vitamin A is
highly important for the maintenance and repair of tis-
sues, the development of new cells, and the formation of
teeth and bones. In addition, it protects against cancer
and other diseases by acting as an antioxidant, deceler-
ates the aging process, and assists in the storage of fat.
Another important aspect of Vitamin A is that proteins
cannot be used without it.
When Vitamin A levels are too low, skin problems
such as acne, growth defects such as the slowing of skele-
tal development, problems with the cornea and blindness
arise. In addition, a lack of Vitamin A makes the body
more prone to infections, for which reason it is known as
the "anti-infection vitamin."

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

Vitamin B2 is necessary to prevent and for treatment
of eyestrain and cataracts; it assists the metabolism of car-
bohydrates, fats and proteins. Moreover, it supports the
use of oxygen by the skin tissues, nails and hair, and
eliminates dandruff. In addition, it assists with the intake
of iron and Vitamin B6. A lack of B2 can hurt the devel-
opment of the fetus during pregnancy.

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