Vitamin A Intake Calculator

Check vitamin A intake vs RDA by age and sex — see mcg RAE/day, % of RDA and food sources.

Vitamin A Intake Calculator

Check vitamin A intake vs RDA by age and sex — see mcg RAE/day, % of RDA and food sources.

Age

Sex

Daily vitamin A (mcg RAE)

Enter values above and click Calculate — results will appear here with the formula explained.

RDA: M 900, F 700 mcg RAE (19+); % = intake/RDA*100

How does this work?

RDA for vitamin A is 900 mcg RAE men, 700 women 19+. This checks intake vs RDA. Liver, dairy, carrots are high.

Upper limit 3000 mcg preformed retinol — over risks liver and birth defects. Beta-carotene from plants has no UL.

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Disclaimer: Results are estimates for informational purposes only and do not constitute professional medical advice.

Quick Answer

Vitamin A Intake Calculator: Check vitamin A intake vs RDA by age and sex — see mcg RAE/day, % of RDA and food sources. Formula: RDA: M 900, F 700 mcg RAE (19+). Example: At 30 male, 800mcg intake: RDA 900, 88.

How to Use This Calculator

1Enter age, sex and daily vitamin A mcg RAE.
2Calculate to see % of RDA.
3If low, add carrot (500mcg per 1/2 cup) or dairy.

Formula Used

RDA: M 900, F 700 mcg RAE (19+); % = intake/RDA*100

RDA for vitamin A is 900 mcg RAE men, 700 women 19+. This checks intake vs RDA. Liver, dairy, carrots are high.

Upper limit 3000 mcg preformed retinol — over risks liver and birth defects. Beta-carotene from plants has no UL.

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Worked Example

At 30 male, 800mcg intake: RDA 900, 88.9% — add 1/2 cup carrots to exceed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QWhat is RAE?

Retinol Activity Equivalent. 1 mcg retinol =12 mcg beta-carotene.

QToo much?

UL 3000 mcg retinol. Beta-carotene from carrots safe.

QSources?

Liver, dairy, carrots, sweet potato.

Vitamin A Intake Calculator

Check vitamin A intake vs RDA by age and sex — see mcg RAE/day, % of RDA and food sources.