Healthy skin is AS-EASY-AS A, B, C! BY LIZZY HUNT Y ou most likely know about all the vitamins and minerals S SELENIUM CCOLLAGEN the inside of your body needs to stay healthy, but what about the essential minerals needed for Collagen is one of the most abundant proteins in your body, making up a large part of your hair, skin and nails. It is responsible for maintaining your skin's elasticity, keeping your hair strong and looking after all your connective tissues. Selenium is a powerful antioxidant trace mineral that is responsible for maintaining skin firmness and elasticity. It enhances the antioxidant function of vitamin E, which is mainly stored in the skin. The end result? Less deterioration healthy, glowing skin? There are numerous factors that can disrupt the balance of minerals in your body, including stress and anxiety or an unbalanced diet. Add that to the to your collagen plus glowing skin. Dietary sources: Brazil nuts, fish and chicken. Dietary sources: Dark green leafy vegetables, tomatoes, red peppers, carrots, berries, garlic. overall depletion of minerals in the soil, and there's a chance you may need a nutritional top up to give your skin back its glow. Z ZINC E VITAMIN E A VITAMINA Zinc helps repair damaged tissue and supports the healing of wounds. Additionally, it helps to protect skin from the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays. Zinc may also help prevent acne and regulate the production of oil in your skin Vitamin E has antioxidant properties, helping your body to fight free radicals caused by pollution, smoking, processed foods and sun exposure. Free radicals are the catalyst for premature skin ageing such as wrinkles Vitamin A is critical for skin repair and maintenance. If you suffer from flaky or dry skin, it could be a sign you're deficient in vitamin A Dietary sources: Asparagus, peaches, spinach, eggs, kumara. Dietary sources: Pecans, poultry, pumpkin seeds, ginger, legumes seafood, mushrooms. Dietary sources: Almonds, eggs, walnuts, avocados, sunflower seeds, pine nuts, spinach B BIOTIN The health benefits that minerals and body and skin jumping with joy, all while keeping you in optimal health! ins provide will have you Biotin is one of the B-complex vitamins that helps your body convert food into energy. It has been shown to increase the strength of your nails, and has also been associated with encouraging healthier, stronger hair. F FOLIC ACID Folic acid is a firming force on the skin It helps to remove toxins a benefit to any organ and is a notorious support for glossy hair. Lizzy Hunt is a natural health and nutrition Dietary sources: Nuts, legumes, eggs. Dietary sources: Leafy green vegetables, bananas, oranges beans, eggs, legumes. researcher from the UK, with a particular interest in mental wellbeing. 19 JUNE 2019 HEALTH 2000 Always read the label and take as directed. If symptoms persist, consult your healthcare professional.