ABSTRACT
As a living tissue, the skin requires nourishment to stay healthy. This nourishment cannot be provided by topical preparations only, but it largely comes from foods that are rich in vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, and other nutrients, which are crucial for optimal skin health and wellness. Skin functioning relies on specific nutritional needs, as evidenced by the development of skin disorders in response to various nutritional deficiencies (1,2). Supplementation with vitamins, minerals, and other dietary constituents was shown to improve skin conditions (3-5).
