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Issue 24, August 12, 2006
On the Road to Healthy Skin
 This weeks article is on the benefits of vitamins and your skin. Our
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Essential Vitamins for Acne Remedy
by Kathelene Capelle
Many people nowdays are deficient in vitamins and minerals due to
improper diet. Studies show that fewer than 32 percent of
Americans eat the required servings of vegetables each day.
Also, the American diet is comprised of too much of processed
sugar and not enough fruits and water. A deficiency in
essential vitamins and supplements can only spell trouble for
the skin. If your body does not get the required nutrition for
skin renewal, tissue repair and for its organs to naturally
detoxify, then your chances of getting acned skin, along with
other health problems, are likely to increase.
Vitamin A - The Protector
Vitamin A strengthens the protective tissue of your skin and
helps in acne remedy. It reduces the production of sebum and works in
repairing the tissue that skin and mucous membranes are
made of. It’s also a powerful antioxidant. Antioxidants
are important and needed to help rid your body of
toxins that have built up. A lack in Vitamin A can
cause acne!
Complex B - The Life Preserver
The Complex B vitamins are also helpful in preserving healthy
skin through the relief of stress. Stress has been identified
as a major trigger for acne for some people. The B vitamins
should always be taken together. Thiamine is an antioxidant,
helps circulation, and aids in digestion. Riboflavin works with
Vitamin A and is essential for healthy skin, hair, and nails. Niacinamide helps with the metabolism of carbohydrates in your
system and improving circulation. Niacinamide shortage in your
diet can cause acne. Pantothenic Acid or B5 is popular for
helping to reduce stress and is needed for the adrenal glands
to function properly. Vitamin B6, or Pyridoxine is important
for the correct function of your immune system and antibody
production.
Vitamin C - The Super Vitamin
Vitamin C with biofavonoids is also referred to as the “super
vitamin" and can play an important role in your acne remedy.
Vitamin C is instrumental in at least 300 metabolic functions
in your body, is needed for tissue growth and repair, and
flushes toxins from your system. Vitamin C also improves
immunity and protects against infection. If you have diabetes,
check with your doctor for the dosage that is best for your
body.
 Chromium - The Cleaner
Chromium, widely used for weight loss
also helps fight acne.
Chromium should be taken in an added form since chromium in
foods is not easily absorbed. Much of it is lost in processing
and high doses of sugar cause the loss of chromium.
Zinc - The
Regulator
Zinc aids in acne remedy by regulating the activity of the oil
glands. It promotes the healing in tissues and helps to prevent
scarring. Zinc promotes a healthier immune system that in turn
aids in the healing of wounds. In addition, a powerful
antioxidant that helps prevent the forming of free radicals, or
toxins that can harm your body.
Vitamin E - The Healer
Finally, Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant. It improves
healing and tissue repair and prevents cell damage by
inhibiting oxidation of fats and the formation of free
radicals.
One interesting fact about acne can be noted that is a
multivitamin with added chromium supplement will give you most
of what your body needs for the day. It should be also noted
that taking too much of a vitamin or mineral can also be toxic
and dangerous. Read the recommended dosage and stick with it.
With enough vitamins for your body, you are assured of a well
nourished body. Your body organs, cells and tissues can perform
optimally on the inside and you get to see the benefits on a
physical level.
About The Author: Kathelene Capelle writes on acne treatment,
natural acne remedy, eczema, dry skin care and massage oils.
Get skin care recipes that you can easily prepare from your
kitchen! Read them all at her site
http://www.acne-and-skin-care.com
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