Nutrition and Healing from the Inside Out

As Americans we tend to focus on our appearance and how we can improve upon it. So, we purchase pricey moisturizers, serums and other “anti-aging” products that will some how stop us from aging. We have the right idea about antioxidants, vitamins and minerals and using them on our skin to prevent aging and damage, but we are also missing a key factor—healing from the inside out. That is right, the old proverb that we were taught as children is true…you are what you eat! Keep in mind, the vitamins and minerals we consume, either by food or dietary supplements, are ingested and absorbed into our bodies through our bloodstream and taken to nourish cells, tissues and organs. Remember, skin is the largest organ of the entire body.

Vitamin C is a good example of an antioxidant that can work topically and internally. The most absorbable form when applied to the skin is L-Ascorbic acid. Your body can recognize this form and readily absorb it and use to protect against free radicals. Vitamin C is also used by the body in collagen production and stimulation, so it helps keep those fibers (that compose collagen) strong and firm. When Vitamin C is taken internally, not only is it a potent antiviral, and antibacterial it helps to feed the internal stimulation of collagen and speeds the healing process by helping to build the matrix of our skin.

Another superb substance for your overall well being and skin, is fish oil. That’s right, you may have heard them be called Omega 3 fatty acids, they are one of the same. These fatty acids help to make up every cell in our body. They also are potent antioxidants, help to reduce inflammation in the body, regulate hormones and lubricate our joints. These same fatty acids help to nourish the skin by allowing skin cells to maintain suppleness and allowing cellular waste to pass out of the cell, instead of being caught inside.

I encourage you to consider nourishing both your inside and outside. You will feel and look better! If you have questions about what supplements to take or questions on nutrition, email me at mesa@dermahealthinstitute.com and I’ll get back with you.

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