Foods and Vitamins
Healthy Diet- What vitamins help repair skin from damage caused by cuts and burns?
Vitamins A and E
Sun Exposure- What level of SPF is recommended to protect the skin from sun damage
SPF 15
Smoking slows what?
Blood flow
What are 2 vital proteins that form the structure of the integumentary system?
Protein and keratin
What does hot water remove from the skin?
Skin oils
What are some sources of vitamin C
Citrus fruits, berries, tomatoes, and peppers
Healthy Diet- What are good sources of vitamins?
green leafy vegetables, carrots, dairy products, and meats
How many liters of water should an adult drink per day?
3 liters
What can replace oils and prevent dryness?
Lotions and creams.
Healthy Diet- What vitamin is needed to maintain collagen in the skin?
Vitamin C
What helps keep the skin moist and healthy?
Fats
When should protective clothing be worn?
during activities where there is a high risk of injury.
Healthy Diet- What is a mineral that promotes skin healing and works with the minerals iron and copper to protect the skin from sun damage?
Zinc
Sun Exposure- When is the sun the most intense?
Between the hours of 10am and 4pm
What are the ABCDEs?
Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolving.