We are pretty sure that you use moisturizers and exfoliate skin every night, but one piece of the puzzle is often overlooked: DIET. And you can actually get better skin in just a week (or weeks) through consuming these key natural ingredients. After all, you are what you eat.
Lemons
Begin your day with some hot water and lemon. It detoxifies the body by helping your digestive system and liver eliminate waste quickly. Continue drinking this throughout the day, and squeeze some lemon juice into salads and green juices.
Almonds
Whilst you probably already know that almonds are a healthy snack, they are also a beauty food - an extremely rich source of Vitamin E. This nutrient is a skin-beautifying antioxidant, which gives smooth and supple skin is present in human epidermal tissue. There’s also research that Vitamin E may help fight signs of aging by protecting skin against the damage caused by ultraviolet rays.
Pineapple
When your skin needs to look amazing, this fruit is a wonder food and tastes incredible. Pineapple benefits skin by improving digestion, reducing inflammation, and removing toxins from the body. What’s more, it also helps in the production of collagen.
Spinach
This leafy green is high in Vitamin A, necessary for growth in healthy skin and hair. Spinach is also loaded with Vitamin C, imperative for the building and maintenance of collagen, making it an essential addition to any meal, juice, or smoothie.
Sweet Potatoes
Adding these beta-carotene-rich starches into your daily diet can actually combat lackluster complexions. This is due to the skin-brightening combination of Vitamin A and Vitamin C, which work to neutralize cell tissue-damaging free radicals that cause the dreaded dulling effect. Sweet potatoes are also rich in biotin, which stimulates hair and nail growth.
Chia Seeds
These antioxidant-rich seeds are packed with minerals and fiber - the perfect balance of essential fatty acids, which helps give that “glow.” Sprinkle them into smoothies and fruit salads, or soak them in almond milk overnight for a satisfying dessert.
Beets
The powerful antioxidants in beets help fight signs of aging to keep skin firm and youthful. Their combination of minerals and vitamins (Vitamin A, potassium, and magnesium) stimulates cell production and repair, protecting skin from premature aging and wrinkles. Just add this root vegetable to your morning juice along with apple and a hint of ginger for a delicious cleansing boost.
Dates
Dates are a perfect sweet treat and high in fiber to aid in cleansing. They are rich in copper, which is an important mineral that helps the body absorb iron, form collagen and red blood cells. Plus, they make for a great sugar alternative in baking and cooking.
