Altering your diet through some better nutritional habits and supplementation may help keep your skin in the best shape possible. Everyone knows that more fruit, complex carbohydrates and certains fats are a sound approach to feeling better overall, but there are certain specific foods that have been linked to skin health as well. Here are ten foods that are believed to offer as good an advantage as any pill out of a bottle. (Source: MedicineNet.com).
1. Olive Oil – It is full of antioxidants but olive oil is a valuable source of healthy fats as well. Olive oil can also be used externally to keep skin smooth and soft. Top off a salad with olive oil and use it as your preferred oil of choice when cooking.
2. Blueberries – With a very high concentration of Vitamin C and antioxidants, blueberries have been called a super food. When buying, choose the berries with the darkest color, these are full of manganese and also have significant anti-inflammatory properties as well.
3. Salmon – An excellent source of lean protein and Omega-3 fatty acids, salmon is good for both your skin and your heart. Omega-3 fatty acids help to improve skin texture and may also be beneficial at reducing the problem of eczema and dry skin.
4. Green Tea – Known to be packed with phytochemicals and polyphenols, green tea helps eliminate toxins from the body and reduces the risk of infection. Green tea is also thought to slow down the development of wrinkles.
5. Garlic – Not often appreciated, garlic is a powerful antioxidant. It can be consumed daily for maximum benefits either raw or cooked, and is even found in several dietary supplements and skin care creams.
6. Broccoli – This cruciferous vegetable contains sulforaphane, a natural detoxifying agent that can also keep your skin in great shape. Fresh is best when it comes to this green vegetable, and broccoli sprouts in particular have even higher levels of phytochemicals than the stalks.
7. Prunes – Besides being full of fiber and promote a healthy digestive tract, prunes are very high in antioxidants. It is thought that they may keep skin healthy by reducing toxin buildup.
8. Cashews – In addition to containing healthy fats, cashews also have high levels of fiber, iron and magnesium. They’re a great snack for curbing cravings for salty foods, and may help keep the skin looking resilient and smooth.
9. Tomatoes – Cooked tomatos contain high levels of lycopene and antioxidants that can protect skin from aging and help maintain collagen levels.
10. Yams – Besides being low in calories and a healthy source of potassium and fiber, yams contain several vitamins A, C, and E that are essential for healthy skin.
Antioxidants and vitamins such as A and E should be an integral part of your anti-aging nutritional program which may also be useful in skin strengthening and wrinkle reduction/prevention.
Dr. Barry Eppley
http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com
http://www.ologyspa.com
Indianapolis
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