With our modern day stressful lives we often push health issues to the side and ignore them. We pretend they aren’t health conditions and simply justify it with a fleeting excuse.

The truth be told however is that these signs and symptoms are often an indication of an ‘insufficiency’ somewhere in the body. Yes, it is an actual symptom and not just a pesky problem.

Here are 11 health conditions, telling you that something is off key

Health conditions for which you may need to visit a health care practitioner or Functional Medicine doctor. Your body needs help, so please just stop …and listen!

1. Dandruff – A lack of Zinc

2. Psoriasis – A lack of Vitamin D

3. Poor wound healing – A lack of Vitamin C and Zinc

4. Cold sores – A lack of Vitamin E

5. Acne – A lack of Vitamin C and Zinc

6. Cracks On The Mouth Edges – A lack of Vitamin B2

7. Dermatitis – A lack of vitamin B6 and B3

8. Eczema – A lack of probiotics and essentially fatty acids

9. Bumps on arms – A lack of Vitamin A and Zinc

10. Ageing Skin – A lack of anti-oxidants and CoQ10

11. Dry skin – A lack of Vitamins A and C and possible dehydration

Health conditions, what can you do?

Whilst the above is meant purely as a general guideline it is always advised that you consult a medical practitioner for the best advice on nutraceutical supplements, diet and lifestyle changes required to correct these conditions.

In conclusion

Simply ignoring skin conditions will not make them go away. These conditions are indicators of what is happening on the inside of your body and will therefore require some time and investment to correct. Just remember to get a professional diagnosis.

A health body is a happy body, so invest in your health wisely!