Vitamin A for Healthy Skin.

While a diet allowing for all the vitamins is important for general good health, there are four main vitamins which specifically target the skin. They are Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, and Vitamin E. 

 

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      Vitamin A: This vitamin is found in dark leafy green vegetables and in brightly hued ones, like carrots and green  peppers. Vitamin A helps the body’s immune system function properly, it supports normal functioning of the eyes, and, most importantly (to us), it helps the cells of the skin grow and function properly. It can also assist with cell turnover (how fast skin repairs itself) and it keeps the skin healthy.

Good sources of vitamin A include the vegetables mentioned above, as well as milk, eggs, fortified cereals.

Vitamin A is a key ingredient in many acne medications. But beware of too much Vitamin A- this can lead to liver damage, changes in skin texture, and headaches.