To help keep skin healthy and reduce belly fat, in addition to maintaining a healthy diet, we can consider appropriately supplementing some nutrients.
We should supplement some nutrients to help improve skin and reduce belly fat. Graphics: Ha May
Vitamin D
Maintaining enough vitamin D in the human body is very beneficial for health and helps keep skin healthy and reduces belly fat effectively. Higher blood levels of vitamin D are associated with a reduced risk of heart disease, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, colon cancer and other conditions.
Regular exposure to sunlight can also supplement vitamin D.
Adults should supplement with 1,000 IU-5,000 IU of vitamin D per day or follow their doctor’s advice.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is famous for its antioxidant properties. We can supplement vitamin C by eating more fruits and vegetables.
Vitamin C promotes the formation of collagen, an important component of arteries and skin. At the same time, it promotes the synthesis of carnitine, a special substance that has a significant impact on belly fat.
Regularly eating foods rich in vitamin C is good for heart health. In addition, vitamin C can also help the small intestine increase iron absorption. Topical vitamin C can also help reduce facial wrinkles.
Magnesium
Magnesium is a very important mineral for the human body. It also supports enzyme production, which can participate in about 360 chemical reactions in the human body and helps reduce belly fat.
The richest sources of magnesium in your diet are green leafy vegetables. Magnesium keeps the skin hydrated, protects the skin from external factors and stabilizes hormonal changes.
Some medications can increase the risk of magnesium deficiency such as stomach acid reducers, diuretics… Magnesium deficiency can cause menstrual cramps, heart palpitations, migraines, anxiety, muscle spasms, constipation…
Omega-3
Omega-3 mainly includes DHA and EPA, which are very beneficial to human health. Omega-3 can moisturize the skin and fight red, dry or itchy skin caused by atopic dermatitis, psoriasis… In addition, it helps reduce belly fat by increasing metabolism.
However, most people today do not consume enough omega-3s. This important essential fatty acid can be found in many foods including fish, walnuts, flaxseeds, natto…
Omega 3 can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Adults should consume 1,000-4,000 mg of omega-3 fish oil per day.Iron
Women can lose 30-500 ml of iron-containing blood during menstruation. Doctors often advise women to supplement iron because it can help reduce waist circumference. Iron also promotes synthesis and keeps collagen levels stable so that the skin is always smooth, bright, and wrinkle-free.
Iron deficiency can cause anemia or low hemoglobin levels. When the body lacks iron, it will affect the production of red blood cells.
