14/12/2024
Daydreaming of all the good food and good company I had last week in London! And I always love a little egg yolk as an amazing and delicious source of Vitamin A.
Vitamin A is often celebrated as a vital nutrient for skin health, earning its place as a skincare staple both topically and in our diet. But what does it really do, and how can we ensure weβre getting enough?
Vitamin A supports:
πͺ©Cell turnover: Promoting fresh, healthy skin cells.
πͺCollagen production: Boosting firmness and elasticity.
βοΈBarrier function: Protecting against environmental damage.
π¨Reduced inflammation: Helping to calm acne and redness.
Deficiencies can lead to dry, rough skin, delayed healing.
Vitamin A comes in two dietary forms:
π₯ Preformed Vitamin A (retinol) β Found in animal products like beef, liver, eggs, and dairy.
π₯ Provitamin A (beta-carotene) β Found in colourful fruits and vegetables like carrots, sweet potatoes, and spinach.
This vitally important fat-soluble unsaturated isoprenoid has metabolites that are essential for growth, differentiation, and maintenance of the epithelium. Vitamin A is metabolised into its biologically active forms (retinol, retinal, and retinoic acid) in the body. It cannot be synthesised and must be derived from the diet. The retinoid in these foods is highly bioavailable, meaning your body absorbs and utilises it efficiently.
Hope youβre all looking forward to a gorgeous weekend.
