If you are suffering from any skin or soft tissue disorder this article is going to help you a lot.

Here are few top suggested complimentary supplements for your long-term wellness.

Consider taking them as per your peculiar condition, signs and symptoms.

Make sure to talk to your doctor for the right dosage etc., if you are using a dietary supplement or if you are thinking to start taking one, as all supplements are not safe.

Vitamin A has been shown effective for skin healing and reversing the fine wrinkles, dark pigmentation and rough skin of sun damage. It helps preserve skin’s elasticity, regulates sebaceous glands, stimulates collagen formation and leaving skin looking firmer and more youthfully radiant.

Vitamin A increases melanin production and inhibits the formation of melanoma, a form of skin cancer, also effective for vitiligo – leucoderma.

It can also help to reduce sebum production aiding acne prone issues such as scarring.

Vitamin B6 helps regulate sebum production, reducing oiliness and preventing acne breakouts, especially effective for acne that worsens before menses or at midcycle and is linked with female hormones. It also helps alleviate PMS mood swings.

Biotin or Vitamin B7 is important for energy production and helps the formation of fatty acids that nourish the skin, hair and nails. It helps oil glands function properly, promotes hair growth and strengthens brittle nails.

Folic acid or Vitamin B9 is essential for overall health and wellness. It increases your skin’s hydration as it maintains skin barrier function and can reduce DNA damage to affected skin and its skin firming properties means the drying of skin and wrinkling are less severe.

Vitamin B12 plays a key role in keeping the skin radiant and health by providing essential nutrients for collagen production and by helping to maintain the skin’s natural moisture balance. B12 helps prevent depression, stress etc a common causative factor of vitiligo, eczema and psoriasis flare-up and supports their treatment.

Vitamin C being an antioxidant protects the skin from oxidative stress and helps maintain healthy skin: it is essential to help slow cell damage and fight free radicals. It may also help brighten your skin’s appearance and reducing pigmentation of hyperpigmented spots. Vitamin C boosts collagen production as with less collagen, fine lines and wrinkles start to develop. Many vitiligo patients are also deficient in vitamin C.

Vitamin D plays an important role in maintaining the integrity of your skin’s natural barrier which acts as the first line of defence and regulates the cellular replication cycle, which helps prevent premature aging.

One may experience red, dry and itchy skin due to its deficiency and its low levels may be associated with psoriasis and acne etc and it is clinically proven to help fight psoriasis.

Vitamin E helps our bodies utilize oxygen better that is to retain water and stay hydrated, balances hormones production, protects from UV exposure and preserves the skin’s elasticity. It is loaded with super moisturizing properties that help revitalize and nourish the skin. Plus, it can stimulate the formation of collagen, which improves skin texture and strength.

Topical Vitamin E oil is considered one of the best treatments for removing skin tags, get rid of or fade acne scarring and hyperpigmentation and boosts overall cell turnover and regeneration.

Zinc treats a wide range of skin conditions, including acne, rosacea, eczema, and dandruff, prevents the formation of fine lines, wrinkles and aid the healing process significantly.

It helps synthesize collagen, supports a healthy immune system, fights cancer, supports vitiligo and aids proper nutrients absorption.

Inflammation can occur with chronic skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis or rosacea – zinc can reduce the symptoms including redness, flushing, calm inflammation, making it beneficial for sensitive or irritated skin. With its skin brightening properties that can help fade dark spots etc.

As an antibacterial, it is especially effective against bacteria that cause odour, and can address dandruff and promote a healthier scalp.

Omega 3 from wild-caught fish, cod liver or plant-based sources like flaxseed or blackcurrant seeds oil etc., may help reduce inflammation and supports hormone balance, regulate oil production, hydrating effect on your skin, thereby reducing wrinkles and producing an anti-ageing effect and making you look younger.

Vitamin D as well as omega-3 fatty acids, are both key to improving psoriasis and other similar skin with itching, redness, and scaling etc.

Quercetin is a supplement that can help calm and get rid of your rashes faster.

It is a natural antihistamine and an anti-inflammatory, that prevents immune cells from releasing histamines, which cause allergic reactions like hives, psoriasis, eczema etc.

Hydrochloric acid – Helps with protein digestion and decrease psoriasis flare-ups.

Probiotic can help remove toxic substances, support digestion, reduce inflammation and boost immunity by supporting gut flora to kill off yeast and bad bacteria that is one of the causes of eczema.

During pregnancy, if mothers consume probiotics – it may prevent infant developing eczema.

Selenium intake may help to prevent acne, wrinkles and promote overall skin health.

It ensures skin remains firm and protected, and help prevent or improve dry skin.

Selenium protects your skin cell membranes against UV damage, inflammation and pigmentation.

Its deficiency has been linked with a greater chance of skin cancer.

GLA – Gamma-linolenic acid can help regulate inflammatory response as it is vital for keeping skin cells moist and strong improving the barrier function of the skin.

An effective supplement for eczema and psoriasis patients if taken daily over 12 weeks with about 90% improvement according to some reports.

Collagen is another best supplement for skin as anti-aging agent, helps keep skin supple and smooth.

It stimulates cell replacement and restoration to help provide structure and elasticity to the skin and prevents overall skin sagging or lose skin – reduces the wrinkling and roughness of the skin.

Things to avoid for a healthier skin.

Alcohol as it causes inflammation, leaves us dehydrated and can lose skin elasticity and make wrinkles.

Processed and fried foods using hydrogenated oils typically used in baked goods, bars, chips, cookies, crackers and pastries.

Refined carbohydrate foods & sugar excess can contribute to oxidation and damage the skin cells.

Hot dogs, cured meats, bacon, sausage  as these foods are linked to inflammation, especially in the gut.

Most allergic foods such as peanuts, cow’s milk, eggs, soy, wheat, seafood and shellfish etc.

Things to opt or consume.

Yellow & Orange coloured fruits and vegetables are great choices as they contain between 80 and 95 percent water – in addition to antioxidants, vitamins & other valuable nutrients.

Eat more celery, cucumber, watermelon, watercress, blueberries, raspberries, broccoli, apricots, kale, brussels, sweet potatoes, carrots etc.

They have a great role in hydrating skin and prevent premature aging.

Beverages and drink like green tea, coconut water, aloe vera juice, mint-infused lemon water.

Miso, sauerkraut, kimchi – these fermented foods are full of gut-friendly bugs that benefit your immunity.

Chia, flax, pumpkin, sunflower and sesame seeds are loaded with fibre and B vitamins, also have an anti-inflammatory property.

Avocados are very rich in vitamin E and monounsaturated fatty acids – both are known to be beneficial to skin in terms of reducing oxidative stress and anti-inflammatory benefits.

For your particular health problem(s), or to change your medications it is strongly suggested to avoid self-medication and consult your GP / health provider or Mind & Body Holistic Health Clinic.

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