www.superfoodhealthyliving.com www.superfoodhealthyliving.com • Vitamin E An antioxidant, this works with selenium and has a powerful action against free radical damage. It also helps the skin retain moisture. Premature wrinkles, pale skin, acne, easy bruising and slow wound healing may indicate a deficiency. Best sources: Vegetable oils, nuts and seeds, peanut butter, wheatgerm, wholegrains, avocados and sweet potatoes. • Beta-carotene This is the plant form of vitamin A, which the body converts as required. It helps to protect us against the ageing effects of sunlight. Best sources: Dark green vegetables (spinach, broccoli, watercress) and orange fruit and vegetables (apricots, mangoes, sweet potatoes, pumpkin and tomatoes). • Selenium Protects cells from free radical damage and helps counter dry skin. Works with vitamin E to support the immune system, so can help fight infection. Best sources: Cereals, meat, offal, seafood, cheese, eggs, mushrooms, Brazil nuts, molasses, beans, wholegrains and wheatgerm. • Vitamin B Complex B vitamins help to release energy from food for skin metabolism and have a role in keeping skin moist and smooth. Best sources: Milk, oily fish, poultry, red meat, offal, eggs, bananas, soya beans, wholegrains, wheatgerm, peanut butter, fortified breakfast cereals. www.superfoodhealthyliving.com www.superfoodhealthyliving.com www.superfoodhealthyliving.com
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