Dr Lalitha Badul
Selenium is a powerful antioxidant. People who have acne typically have low levels of selenium. The combination of antioxidants can create a great anti-inflammatory effect and fight off free radicals.
Protecting skin from overall oxidative damage, which can lead to progressive aging, scarring and a dull complexion.The mineral content in food is heavily dependent on the quality of the soil, another reason to shop organic and local.
Even then though, soils in some parts of the world naturally contain more selenium than others. If you eat a whole foods diet you should get enough selenium, however, if you do or have any of the following, this can also lead to selenium deficiencies.
• Smoke cigarettes.
• Drink alcohol.
• Take birth control pills.
• Have a condition that prevents your body from absorbing enough selenium such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, or any chronic digestive issue.
Best food sources of Selenium
• Organ Meats.
• Fish.
• Pastured Meats- beef, turkey and lamb.
• Liver.
• Brazil nuts.
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