Axerophthol (Noun)
Meaning
Any of several fat-soluble vitamins essential for normal vision; prevents night blindness or inflammation or dryness of the eyes.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The doctor recommended a diet rich in axerophthol to help alleviate the patient's night blindness.
- Vitamin A, or axerophthol, plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy vision and preventing eye disorders.
- The nutritionist advised the client to consume foods high in axerophthol to avoid dryness and inflammation of the eyes.
- A deficiency in axerophthol can cause severe visual impairment, especially in low-light conditions.
- The pregnant woman was prescribed a supplement containing axerophthol to ensure her baby's developing eyes remained healthy.