Our children are routinely and unnecessarily robbed of vitamin A with the practice of vaccinations. When the live viral measles vaccine (MMR) is given, it depletes children of their existing supply of vitamin A. After the vaccine is given, the measles virus easily hides from the immune system in the gut. There it creates a chronic vitamin A deficiency. Administering adequate vitamin A beforehand will prevent damage from the MMR vaccine. (Speak with a naturopath or practitioner about vitamin A administration amounts and vaccinations.)

Note: Measels infects the gut of at least one-third of the children with autism. Autism is characterized by a vitamin A deficiency.

Although the body is being depleted of vitamin A by toxins, I am not advocating supplementing with mega doses of it. Intake should not exceed 1,500 mcg/day or 5,000 IU/day. Several recent studies suggest that long term intakes of vitamin A in excess of this amount is associated with increased risk of decreased bone mineral density (BMD) and an increase in bone fractures. Additionally, too much vitamin A during pregnancy can cause birth defects.

Note: Zinc is needed for the transport of vitamin A. Zinc absorption is reduced because of alcohol use, cortisone, and over-the counter and prescription antacids. Stress also causes a significant drop in zinc levels. HIV also alters absorption of zinc.

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