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What vitamins are good for healthy skin and where is the best place to get these vitamins.

I am completely against supplements so if you mention supplements.. you instantly score a 1 :) i just wanna know the best sources to get the vitamins/minerals without taking supplements

Vitamin A strengthens the protective tissue of the skin, is essential for maintenance and repair of the tissue skin is made of, and is a powerful antioxidant which helps flush toxins from your body, which protects your skin. You can get it by eating lots of fruits and vegetables. More foods at the link below.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5551.html

Vitamin B complex helps to maintain even skin tone and improved circulation. You can get this vitamin by eating whole-grains and vegetables. See link below for more foods. For a more detailed breakdown on all the B vitamins as well as the foods that contain them, see the link below.
http://health.ivillage.com/eating/evitamins/0,,68,00.html


Vitamin C acts as an antioxidant (see Vitamin A) and prevents the appearance of broken blood vessels. You get it through eating fruits, especially citrus fruits, and colorful vegetables (broccoli, peppers, etc). The link below has a more complete list.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5552.html

Vitamin E is also an antioxidant which also reduces inflammation of the skin. You can get it by eating foods prepared in some oils (corn, sunflower, peanut and olive oil for a few), nuts and vegetables. For a more complete list, see the link below.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5554.html

Hope these help.

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(Rating: 5) wow thanks :) very informative :P

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