4 Supplements For Your Hair, Skin, & Nails

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In addition to eating foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as wild Alaskan salmon and freshly ground flaxseed, and taking care to use sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or wearing a wide-brimmed hat to avoid sunburn, certain supplements may help promote healthy hair, nails and skin. Consider the following:

1. Evening Primrose Oil – nourishes skin, hair and joints by supplying essential omega-6 fatty acids. Look to start dosing with 500mg twice daily.
2. Omega-3 – provides the much-needed fatty acids EPA and DHA. Aim for a goal of 2000 mg of EPA plus DHA total daily.
3. Vitamin D – supports bone and immune health. Best to know your blood levels to dose appropriately, but generally a dose of 1000-2000 IU of vitamin D3 daily is a safe starting point.
4. Milk Thistle – supports a healthy liver and provides natural antioxidant capabilities. Look for extracts of milk thistle with silybum or silymarin standardized to 70 to 80 percent.

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