You are what you eat. For healthy skin, choose wisely. “I tell my patients that what they put in their mouths is as important as the products they apply on their skin,” says Dr. Jessica Wu (dermatologist and creator of Dr. Jessica Wu Skincare).
Having a well-balanced diet does affect your skin complexion. What you eat can affect your hormone balance, cause acne, or lessen inflammation, which is associated with skin aging. Your skin becomes radiant and luminous when you supply your body with the proper vitamins, mineral, amino acids and phytonutrients.
Here are five healthy and beneficial foods for a healthier skin:
- Fatty Fish: Fatty fish, such as salmon is an excellent food for healthy skin. It is rich in sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for maintaining skin health. Omega-3 fatty acids are necessary to keep the skin thick. Not enough omega-3 fats can cause dry skin. Foods that are high in skin-strengthening Omega-3 fatty acids are sardines, chia seeds, flaxseed and walnuts.
- Avocado: Avocados are healthy in fat. These fats are important because it keeps the skin flexible and moisturized. Avocados are an important ingredient when it comes to facemasks. They are a good source of B vitamins, which help you fight off disease and infection.
- Dark Chocolate: Helps hydrate the skin and improve circulation with its antioxidant properties. Dark chocolate is best consumed in moderation. Going on a dark chocolate eating spree will cause changes in your weight. Try to stick to a 1-ounce portion, or 150 calories in order to get the benefits of a healthy ski without the weight gain.
- Broccoli: Contains a compound called Indole-3-Carbinol (I3C), which has been shown to help correct hormonal imbalances. I3C blocks estrogen and prevents excess estrogen from being produced in the body. There is also vitamin K, which speeds up the healing of bruises.
- Green Tea: Tea is the most consumed drink in the world after water. Tea contains tannins, which act as an astringent when applied to skin and can help reduce puffiness. Green tea can also help heal blemishes faster and even prevent them in the first place.
These supplements are very easy to find in a simple grocery store without having to spend so much money until your next professional facial. They are easy to incorporate them into your daily diet. With the proper amount of these foods and water you will start noticing positive changes to your face.
Regular facial treatments can help you identify and treat special conditions to ensure improvement to your skin's tone, texture and overall appearance.
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