At birth, we are given this nearly perfect and amazing body – its intricacies and artistry combine to make one fantastic machine. However, unlike most machines, our body is not always easily repaired and parts are not for sale in your local Wal-Mart. As a result, we need to pay attention to what is going on inside and outside our body to avoid, or at least repair, problems as they arise and become insurmountable.
This brief article was taken primarily from a piece found on www.care2.com, written by Paula Spencer, Senior Editor of Caring.com.
Our skin is our body’s largest organ and it serves to protect us from bacteria while also providing information on heat, cold, pain, and regulates our body temperature – it is often the first indicator of something wrong on the inside of our body.
Below is a list of “red flag skin issues” that could and should be monitored in an effort to maintain overall body health:
The old adage remains true to this day: “Take care of your skin and it will take care of you.”
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