Vitamins for Skin Regeneration

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Your skin is capable of regenerating every 27 days, according to the Cleveland Clinic. In most cases, proper cleansing along with a well-balanced diet and plenty of water will help your skin rejuvenate naturally. But when your skin needs some extra TLC -- for example, when it's undergone trauma, like a burn or wound, or when it has suffered damage from the sun -- certain vitamins may facilitate the regeneration process. Talk to your doctor about using vitamins for specific skin conditions.

Some nutrients may help you form healthy scar tissue.
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Vitamin C

An antioxidant, vitamin C plays a major role in the manufacture of collagen, a protein that helps your skin renew itself. This nutrient protects against ultraviolet damage from the sun and decreases wrinkles caused by the aging process. In addition, deficiency in vitamin C can lead to poor wound healing or dry, scaly skin. Women should get at least 75 milligrams a day, while men need a minimum of 90 milligrams. Good sources of vitamin C in the diet include citrus fruits, kiwi, strawberries, mangoes, broccoli, tomatoes, sweet potatoes and winter squash.

Vitamin E

维生素E是皮肤中最丰富的抗氧化剂,尤其是外层,称为表皮。这种营养对保护你的皮肤免受紫外线的伤害,可以减少皮肤的维生素E量的作用,报道鲍林研究所,但对饮食补充研究一直混合。然而,2005年发表于“皮肤病学研究杂志”的一项研究发现,补充维生素都C和维生素E针对因晒伤产生DNA损伤的类型保护三个月。成人至少需要15毫克的维生素E每天的食物,如坚果,种子,植物油和绿叶蔬菜中。

Vitamin A

Another antioxidant, vitamin A, helps in the generation of healthy skin cells. Supplementation with vitamin A can promote proper wound healing and the formation of healthy scar tissue. Vitamin A supplements have also been used for a wide range of skin problems, including acne, burns and UV damage. However, the National Institutes of Health notes that the scientific evidence for its use in these conditions is still lacking. Women need a minimum of 700 micrograms of vitamin A per day, while men require 900 micrograms. Animal sources of vitamin A include eggs, meat, dairy, liver and fish oil. Bright orange and yellow fruits and vegetables as well as dark leafy greens are the best plant sources.

B Vitamins

的几名成员the B-complex family of vitamins are instrumental in promoting the healing of pressure ulcers, according to Rosalyn Tarrant, a senior clinical nutritionist writing on the Irish Nurses and Midwives website. In particular, Tarrant cites thiamine, riboflavin, pantothenic acid and pyridoxine for their wound-healing properties among hospital patients at high risk for skin sores. Every day, adults need at least 1.1 to 1.3 milligrams of thiamine, 1.1 to 1.3 milligrams of riboflavin, 5 milligrams of pantothenic acid and 1.3 milligrams of pyridoxine. A variety of plant and animal foods supply B vitamins, so following a balanced diet will likely cover your daily needs.

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