1. NUTS & SEEDS
Nuts & seeds provide all the right kinds
of fat that nourish our skin. They are also rich in the antioxidant vitamin E
to combat free radical damage, which contributes to the ageing of your skin.
2. BARLEY
Australian research has recently shown that a
low GI diet containing wholegrains such as barley helps to relieve acne and
improve the skin. Barley also provides the antioxidant mineral selenium and
good levels of several other vitamins and minerals that play roles in the
growth of healthy skin, hair and nails.
Different teas contain
different antioxidants, but they all have the potential for anti-aging
benefits. Green tea has even been shown to help rejuvenate skin cells. Tannins
in tea can reduce your absorption of minerals in food however, so try to drink
your tea between rather than with meals.
4. MUSSELS & OYSTERS
High in protein, good sources of omega-3 fats
and the clear front runners for providing zinc, a mineral essential for skin
healing and preventing infections. Increased zinc can help acne and other skin
conditions, but is also essential for all of us to maintain healthy radiant
skin. If you are plagued with dandruff, upping your zinc just might help.
5. SALMON
Oily fish such as salmon are fabulously rich
in the essential omega-3 fats. These reduce inflammation and provide essential
nourishment to the skin. To gain the benefits you need to eat it a minimum of
twice a week. Other oily fish include sardines, mackerel, anchovies and trout. I
also recommend taking an additional daily omega-3 supplement otherwise optimal
levels are hard to reach. If you suffer from eczema or psoriasis up the dose –
there is good scientific backing to show it can help.
6. CARROTS
This humble veggie is one of the richest
sources of beta-carotene, which acts both as an antioxidant in its own right
and can be made into vitamin A, which repairs and maintains healthy skin.
7. DARK GREEN LEAFY VEG
These are a daily must for maximum
anti-ageing power. The darker the green the better as this usually indicates
higher levels of antioxidants. These fight the free radicals that damage cells
and accelerate aging of the skin. One of these antioxidants beta-carotene can
also form vitamin A in the body – a common ingredient in face creams for good
reason and an essential nutrient for healthy hair. Feed your skin from the
inside out and include leafy greens daily and watch your skin bloom. Spinach,
silverbeet, kale, rocket, watercress, Asian greens and dark green cabbage varieties
all qualify.
Rich in the essential fats we need to nourish
our skin and hair from the inside out and a great source of vitamin E to help
protect the skin from aging free radical and sun damage.
9. BERRIES
They look delectable, they taste divine and
they top the charts for antioxidant power. What's not to like about berries?!
They are also rich in vitamin C, an antioxidant to combat the ageing process,
but also necessary for the building of collagen, the protein that gives skin
its elasticity, and strengthens capillaries to help reduce spider veins and
easy bruising.
10. KIWI FRUIT
We tend to think of citrus fruit as being the
best sources of vitamin C, but in fact the kiwi fruit ranks second only to
guava but is far more widely available and easy to eat. Vitamin C is essential
to make the protein collagen, which gives skin its youthful elasticity,
maintain hydration and prevent wrinkles.
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