Written By Paisley Hansen / Reviewed By Ray Spotts
How happy would you say you are with your skin? If you're not so thrilled with it, take a minute to think about why. Look beyond the serums and other treatments you use and go straight to your diet. It not only impacts your waistline, it also impacts the look, feel and health of your skin. So why not go the extra mile to make sure you're doing all you can to treat it well?
Here are some ways your diet can help you get the skin you've always dreamed of.
Introduce Skin-Friendly Supplements and Foods to help save your skin
Since your diet is so instrumental in the health of your skin, having an understanding of supplements and foods is the perfect place to start.
If you've ever checked out the world of supplements you're familiar with how much is available. What's tricky is determining which ones to try.
Reading through real-life Le-Vel Thrive reviews can be helpful here, giving you insight to how the product works and how it might benefit you and your skin. When you're getting the vitamins and nutrients you need to feel your best, you'll look your best too.
When it comes to food, the possibilities are truly endless. Many people find it helpful to follow a certain diet or lifestyle to ensure what they eat is consistent and balanced.
The Mediterranean diet is rich in foods containing omega-3 fatty acids and high levels of vitamins D and E. It's also free of processed sugars and red meats, both of which can lead to inflammation. If you're not interested in following a specific diet plan, regularly incorporating other skin-friendly foods into your everyday meals can make a big difference as well.
Be Mindful of Your Beverages to help save your skin
Chances are you know that you're supposed to drink enough water each day. Not only is it necessary for your body to function, many people claim that it's also helpful for keeping skin clear, radiant and hydrated. However drinking enough can be a challenge especially since there are other delicious beverages waiting to be enjoyed. The good news? You can have it all and still be kind to your skin but balance is key.
If you're a regular coffee drinker and are noticing consistent acne breakouts or general inflammation, take a look at how you prepare it. If you're adding sugar or dairy try eliminating them for a week or so to see if your skin improves. You can experiment with different coffee beans or switch to decaf. Keep in mind that coffee is an excellent source of skin-loving antioxidants, so it's worth trying to work with your daily cup (or two) to see what agrees best with your skin.
Are you a tea drinker? What's wonderful about tea is that there are endless blends available, many of which are also skincare superstars. Common go-tos such as spearmint, green tea, rooibos and matcha pack a punch when it comes to aiding in improvement of everything from hormonal acne and oil control to fading dark spots and fighting bacterial infections. What's more is that these teas are so flavorful on their own that they can be enjoyed without any added sweeteners.
When your workday comes to an end you might love to have a glass of wine or a cocktail. But when you're trying to improve your skin, alcohol isn't going to do you many favors. What's important here is to know your cocktails and choose them wisely.
Skipping mixed drinks is a good place to start when you're trying to improve or heal any skin conditions. Sipping on a glass of red wine is a good way to get a healthy dose of antioxidants, but be careful if you have rosacea. Since there is no one-size-fits-all solution, experimenting with different cocktails to see if you notice positive (or negative) changes in your skin will give you the answers you're looking for.
If you're looking to improve your skin, examining your diet is the perfect place to start. There is a wealth of information available and with an open mind and willingness to change, chances are you'll see great results.
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Paisley Hansen is a freelance writer and expert in health, fitness, and growing young. When she isn’t writing she can usually be found reading a good book or hitting the gym. She loves hearing from readers so feel free to contact her through Facebook.
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Founder Ray Spotts has a passion for all things natural and has made a life study of nature as it relates to health and well-being. Ray became a forerunner bringing products to market that are extraordinarily effective and free from potentially harmful chemicals and additives. For this reason Ray formed Trusted Health Products, a company you can trust for clean, effective, and healthy products. Ray is an organic gardener, likes fishing, hiking, and teaching and mentoring people to start new businesses. You can get his book for free, “How To Succeed In Business Based On God’s Word,” at www.rayspotts.com.
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