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Skin Health
4 herbs and supplements with traditional or clinical support
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Vitamin E
An antioxidant family that protects cells and fats from oxidation, supports vitamin A use, protects LDL from o...
- acts as an antioxidant
- helps prevent cell damage
- protects fats from oxidation
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Zinc
Zn — Element #30
An essential trace mineral involved in over 300 enzymes and more than 1,000 zinc-finger transcription factors....
- required for immune cell development, including t-cells...
- cofactor for dna synthesis, cell division, and protein...
- supports wound healing through its role in collagen syn...
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Aloe vera
Aloe barbadensis
A succulent whose inner leaf gel is widely used topically for burns, sunburn, and skin healing; the outer late...
- topical gel supports minor burn healing
- soothes sunburn
- topical use for psoriasis support
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Silicon
Si — Element #14
The second most abundant element in the earth's crust, present in trace amounts throughout the body. Silicon i...
- supports collagen formation and connective tissue stren...
- may support bone density when consumed regularly throug...
- associated with hair, skin, and nail strength in observ...
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