Top 3 Beauty Power Supplements
In our age of wanting everything easy, you've probably wondered if there are pills to make your hair, skin and nails strong and healthy. According to the American Academy of Dermatology and doctors at Mount Sinai Hospital, there are indeed supplements to help your hair, skin and nails healthier.
Biotin for Strong Nails and Healthy Hair
Biotin ((by-o-tin) is a B vitamin that gives your body energy and keeps your nails strong. It helps prevent thinning hair and brittle nails. It also stimulates hair growth and protects your scalp from dryness and flaking.
Dietary sources of biotin include brewer's yeast; cooked eggs, sardines; nuts (almonds, peanuts, pecans, walnuts) and nut butters; soybeans; whole grains; cauliflower; bananas; and mushrooms.
Vitamin B2, and B12 for Skin Health
Antioxidant rich Vitamin B is excellent for skin problems. Dr. Marina Peredo of Mount Sinai Hospital recommends this vitamins for patients with acne. This remarkable vitamin also helps reduce stress and is therefore, beneficial during break outs when you're under pressure and stress.
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) dietary sources include whole grains and brewer's yeast. Vitamin B12 (cobalamin), along with the other B vitamins is needed for healthy skin, hair eyes, and liver, but also to help the nervous system function properly. You can find vitamin B12 in organ meats, shellfish, dairy products, eggs, beef and pork.
Vitamin A
This antioxidant is excellent for healthy skin, and as all antioxidants, they fight off those harmful free radicals in the body. These harmful chemicals will damage your skin cells and cause premature aging.
Vitamin A renews skin cells and boosts production of sebum, the oily substance found in hair follicles. Sebum also acts as a natural moisturizer for the scalp to generate healthy hair.
Vitamin A has been helpful for clearing up acne, psoriasis and treating other skin conditions. Best sources for vitamin A include beef, calf, eggs, fish liver oils, and dairy products.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
If you are deficient in omega-3 fatty acids, you may be experiencing dry scalp and dull hair. As they act with anti-inflammatory effects, swelling and redness of the skin will be minimized. This is specially evident in dermatitis and eczema. According to studies, omega-3 is essential for healthy hair.
Fish, plant, and nut oils are the main omega-3 fatty acids source.
