Better Nutrition Means Better Skin

Eating a healthy diet, drinking adequate amounts of non-sugary fluids, and exercising regularly are well-known foundations to not only good health but great-looking skin also. Eating right for your skin, however, is a bit tricker. Here are some tips for skin nutrition.
#1: Cut down on your sugar intake.. Eating too much sugar may cause wrinkles and cause unnecessary damage to the cells responsible for collagen, the building block of skin cells. Sugar, in ways that are not completely understood, impede the repair capacity of skin.
#2: Eat leafy green vegetables which are rich in antioxidants and Vitamin A, an essential vitamin for a clear complexion and good skin tone.
#3: There are some fats which are healthy for skin. Avocados, salmon and cashews are good sources that can improve the texture and tone of your skin. Fish oil or Omega 3 supplements are good alternatives.
#4: Vitamin E is an essential vitamin that can restore damaged skin tissue and keep your skin looking refreshed. Almonds as a snack or Vitamin E supplements are ways to get it..
#5: Be berry-wise. . Blueberries, strawberries and other fresh berries are rich in antioxidants and phytochemicals. Eating antioxidant-rich foods can prevent free radical damage so skin stays strong, youthful-looking and resilient.
#6: Whole wheat bread contains selenium, a mineral that helps ward off skin damage.
#7: Eliminate as much as caffeine as possible. Too much caffeine can leave you dehydrated and deplete valuable vitamins and minerals.
#9: Limit alcoholic beverages. Alcohol dehydrates the body which leads to wrinkles and a dull complexion.
In addition to dietary changes, frequent minimally-invasive cosmetic treatments (exercise for your skin) can keep that healthy glow to your skin. My personal recommendation is a microdermabrasion treatment with a light chemical peel done every 4 to 6 weeks. Such skin rejuvenation procedures, combined with thoughtful food choices, are an ideal combination for optimal skin tone and condition.
Dr. Barry Eppley
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Clarian North Medical Center, Carmel, Indiana
Clarian West Medical Center, Avon, Indiana
Indianapolis