BRUISING

An excessive tendency to form black and blue spots on impact with hard objects, may be a sign of anemia, clotting, leukemia, malnutrition, overweight, overuse of anticlotting drugs, thrombosis, early signs of cancer.

Diet:
Eat lots of fruits and dark leafy vegetables high in vitamin C. Garlic also helps.

Nutrients:
Vitamins C and bioflavonoids, vitamins B complex, folic acid, vitamins D and E, alfalfa tablets, coenzyme Q10, enzymes, iron, calcium, magnesium.

Herbs:
Rose hips, bilberry, green tea.