The most likely cause of a vitamin A toxicity would be

A. consuming high levels of vitamin A supplements.
B. consuming large amounts of dark green and yellow vegetables.
C. eating sautéed liver and onions twice a week.
D. drinking carrot juice twice a day.


Answer: A

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