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Skin Deep Nutrition
By Sarah Holvik, B.Sc. Nutr • November 8th, 2010 • 12450 Views
Top Foods for a Perfect Complexion
With our culture of makeup and beauty aids galore, it’s easy to forget that the best looking skin remedies come from within. But no amount of concealer can beat the complexion perfecting benefits of a healthy balanced diet, rich in nutritious whole foods. Beyond being free of refined carbohydrates, unhealthy fats and preservatives often found in processed foods, whole foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins provide vital nutrients that support a healthy, beautiful body... inside and out. These foods (and their nutritive components) have what it takes to build a solid foundation for great skin – as well as the other important stuff underneath it.
Think the Alphabet – No, this is not a preschool lesson in learning to read. Eating a balance of foods rich in vitamins A to E is essential to achieving a healthy, radiant skin tone. Vitamin A is essential for stimulating cell growth and can be taken both orally and used topically to prevent dry skin, reduce lines and wrinkles and treat acne. Many vitamin A rich fruits and vegetables can be spotted by their bright yellow, orange or red color, and including citrus fruits, carrots, tomatoes yellow squashes and pumpkin.
Biotin and niacin (B3) are two of the most important B complex vitamins in the skin department. Biotin forms a basis for healthy skin, nail and hair cells and even a mild deficiency can cause dermatitis and hair loss; bananas, and oatmeal are all rich sources of biotin. Niacin helps skin retain moisture and has anti-inflammatory effects to help calm dry, irritated skin; lean protein sources such as peanuts and legumes are all high in this B vitamin.
Make a delicious salad with citrus fruits and vegetables such as broccoli, bell peppers, kale and cauliflower to boost your vitamin C (or ascorbic acid) intake. Vitamin C is essential for collagen and elastin production, and protects skin from wrinkles and other signs of aging due to free radicals.
We all know that long term exposure to the sun’s UV rays can damage skin, but moderate exposure enables the body to produce vitamin D, a powerful antioxidant and anticarcinogen that plays a role in healthy skin metabolism and prevents premature aging. Food sources of this fat-soluble vitamin include milk, and (for non-vegans) fish such as salmon, mackerel, tuna and sardines, and egg yolks.
Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that helps reduce...
Tags : Nutrition, Health Promoting Foods, Healthy Living, healthy skin tips, natural beauty tips
Author - Sarah Holvik, B.Sc. Nutr
Location: Vancouver, CA
Sarah Holvik is a Nutritionist and Health Educator based out of Vancouver, B.C. In 2008, she started her nutrition consulting company Manna Health Group, and now works with several key companies in the natural health...
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777suzannaduffy
i am prone to roscea so it is vital that i keep my body alkaline.when i changed ny diet 15 years ago i never had a flare up again,but stress is a factor to.here are the foods i eat for my skin
salmon,avocado,greens,akaline water,lemon,apples,most importantly no grains,no meat,no flour,and probiotics always,i even found a good probiotic beauty bar
7 months ago in asheville, US
aruffini
Thank you tessa1, I appreciate your input! I was a big drinker of soy beverages, but after finding out that it can potentially be harmful, I thought best to quit this habit; I was having a glass every morning for at least three months. So what would be a good replacement food for soy which can provide the necessary vitamins without the added risk of increasing estrogen levels?
about a year ago in Montreal, CA
teesa1
I just wanted to comment on my experience with Soy. As a vegetarian I ate a fair bit of soy, soy milk instead of dairy milk, soy deli slices and soy burgers etc. I had my hormones tested via blood and saliva and found out
My progesterone was low and estrogen high, Dr. recommended I give up soy and gave me a prescription for bio- identical hormones. A long story short, I cut out the soy, the 3 months of hormone cream lasted 6 months and I haven't taken it now for approx a year. I haven't had soy now for a year and a half and I feel so much better. I have had soy 3x just to see how I feel, it almost instantly makes me irritable. If you are low in estrogen then soy would be a good option.
about a year ago
aruffini
I hear over and over again that soy is actually not as good for us as we think; while it is undeniable that it contains many important vitamins and nutrients, I have read over and over again that soy helps increase chances of breast cancer. The reason for this is that it elevates estrogen levels which can cause breast cancer in women and temper with child development. Therefore, my question is: when does soy start being harmful to our bodies? Is there moderation for soy that we should be aware of?
about a year ago in Montreal, CA