Vitamin A for a Luminous Inside-Out Glow

Vitamin A for a Luminous Glow

Eating a diet rich in vitamins and nutrients and applying phytonutrient boosting natural skincare formulations is key to obtaining the glowing, luminous complexion we crave.

While a balanced diet is important, there are some nutrients that stand out as being especially fabulous for skin health. Vitamin A is one of them.

Vitamin A is a powerful antioxidant that helps bust free radicals that can cause aging and defends against UV damage to the skin. It is essential for cell repair and the production of new skin cells. Vitamin A supports cell renewal that sustains smooth and glowing skin. Vitamin A also helps regulate the activity of the sebaceous/oil glands.

Vitamin A in Skincare Products

Vitamin A is typically found in skin products under the terms retinal, retinol, retinoid, retinoic, retin-A. 

Try INFUSE Retinoic Moisturizer for a topical Vitamin A boost.

Vitamin A Foods

Vitamin A is found in a wide range of foods including asparagus, basil, beef liver, beets, blueberries, butter, butternut squash, broccoli, broccoli rabe, brussels sprouts, cantaloupe, carrots, chamomile, cherries, dandelion greens, dried apricots, egg yolks, figs, green beans, hibiscus, kale, lettuce, oatmeal, parsnip, pepper, peppermint, pumpkin, pumpkin seeds, radish, sweet potato, and whole milk.

Look for easy ways to incorporate Vitamin A into your diet.

- Add a leafy green salad to your meal with added kale, romaine lettuce, and shaved broccoli.

- Top your salad with blueberries, pumpkin seeds, or dried apricots.

- Roast sweet potatoes or butternut squash as a vitamin A rich side.

- Toss cubed roasted butternut squash into soups, frittatas, or salads.

- Freeze cantaloupe cubes for a sweet frozen snack.

- Enjoy a cup of chamomile or peppermint tea.

- Start your day with a Cherry smoothie.

You can find natural Vitamin A for topical application in 7 Day Glow's INFUSE Retinoic Moisturizer with Collagen and Ceramides.

-------------------------------------

Notice: These statements and blog content have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The information in our articles are not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional and are not intended as medical advice. The content of these blogs and associated products is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult your physician before using products or following blog advice.