Anti-aging experts agree that healthy skin starts on the
inside of the body. Although there is a place for
anti-aging skin care creams and lotions in a beauty
regimen, well-nourished and hydrated skin will require
application of less product than skin that has been
deprived of nutrition and water. A good place to begin is
to drink 8-10 glasses of water each day. Next, eat foods
rich in antioxidants.
Antioxidants will protect against, and possibly even
reverse the effects of damage caused by free radicals.
Nearly everyone is exposed to the unstable oxygen molecules
known as free radicals because they are produced by
pollution, sunshine, and cigarette smoke. There are many
sources of antioxidants, but some of the best are found in
buckwheat, olive oil, and tomatoes.
Buckwheat is a high-protein antioxidant known to improve
the strength of blood vessel walls because it reduces blood
pressure. The fact that it is so high in protein, compared
to other grains, makes it ideal for people who are trying
to maintain a healthy weight, because the protein
contributes to a full feeling.
Olive oil, especially extra virgin olive oil, contains
polyphenol, an antioxidant compound. In many cases this
delicious, beneficial oil can be used in place of - or as a
substitute for part of - the butter or cooking oil called
for in a recipe. It is wise to keep the olive oil from
burning in order to maintain the maximum nutritional value.
Tomatoes are rich in lycopene and vitamin C, two important
antioxidants. There are many ways to incorporate tomatoes
into the diet year round, using them either fresh or
canned, depending on availability.
Some more tasty sources of antioxidants are blueberries,
strawberries, and citrus fruits. Other beneficial fruits
include peaches, cantaloupe, and apricots. Vegetable
sources include sweet potatoes, green and red peppers,
squash, broccoli, cauliflower, spinach and other leafy
greens. Nuts, grains, fish and fish-liver oil, chicken,
eggs, and beef will provide even more anti-oxidants in the
diet.
Some of these foods are fat soluble, while others are water
soluble, so it is important to eat a wide variety of them.
Eating fruits, vegetables, legumes and oils as close to
their natural state as possible makes it unlikely that you
will consume a quantity of nutrients that might be toxic.
Additionally, eating whole food products rather than taking
a bunch of nutritional supplements will help you consume
nutrients that are complementary.
There are other ways to modify your diet to reduce the need
for antiaging skin care creams and lotions. In addition to
consuming certain foods, it may be necessary to eliminate
others.
Processed sugar has been shown to speed up the aging
process. It is possible to satisfy your sweet tooth by
eating fruits, which are high in natural sugar. Packaged
foods may contain fructose, sucrose, corn syrup, mannitol
or molasses, all of which mean added sugar.
The wide swing in blood sugar levels caused by raisins
should make you think twice before consuming too many.
Huge changes in the sugar levels can inflame and damage the
skin. However, if something as sweet as a raisin is eaten
in combination with protein (such as cottage cheese) or a
heart-healthy fat (such as nuts), the spike in sugar levels
is greatly reduced.
Bacon and other processed meats have been shown to age the
skin and cause wrinkles, because of the high levels of
saturated fat and preservatives.
Processed meats, frozen meals and restaurant foods may be
comprised of ingredients that are harmful to the body, skin
in particular ' it is probably best to avoid eating
something if you do not know what exactly is in it.
By following these nutritional secrets -- eating more of
these antioxidant-rich foods and reducing or eliminating
these skin-aging foods ' you'll have a great start toward
having beautiful skin...from the inside out.
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John Russell of IH Distribution, LLC brings you health,
anti-aging and skin care products from around the world.
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