Nourish Your Skin One Bite At A Time

Posted: January 4th, 2017

  While it's common to try various creams, makeup, or even surgery to make the skin look better, the secret to having truly healthy skin is eating well. What you eat has a huge effect on what your skin looks like, which is why stresses and poor diet habits tend to make skin look dull, problematic, or blemished. By following these healthy living tips you'll be well on your way to improving the beauty of your skin.   1. Water is key to healthy living and skin that's supple and radiant, so don't skip out on staying hydrated. Drink several cups of water each day, aiming for six to eight.  2. Fight the free radicals that harm skin by eating foods rich in selenium. Shrimp, salmon, tuna, cod, turkey, whole wheat pasta's, Brazil nuts, and mushrooms are a few options. Selenium rich foods can also combat dry skin and wrinkles over time.   3. Get more CoQ10 from healthy foods. Meats that are rich in this age and wrinkle fighting enzyme include chicken, turkey, tuna, and salmon. Sweetbreads are also packed with CoQ10, and if you prefer not to eat meat you can get it from spinach, walnuts, wheat germ, and whole grains.   4. Think of eating foods packed with antioxidants as part of your skin care routine. Try to eat colorful vegetables and fruits such as pomegranate seeds, tomatoes, beets, sweet potatoes, blueberries, cherries, peppers, and squash, which all have a good amount of antioxidants.   These are just a few of the foods that are known for having healthy skin benefits, and you should eat a variety for the best results. Combining regular spa treatments with a gentle skin care routine and a diet of healthy foods can significantly improve the look of your skin from the inside out.