About one year ago, I found my skin changing. All of a sudden I had dryness and splotches on my skin. This is the first time in my life I have ever had a problem with my skin.
My first thought was that it was something that I must be eating. But, my diet had not really changed. Then I realized the awful truth … my skin is aging!
It was almost funny. I do not really think of myself as “old”. It just had not occurred to me that perhaps it is time to take a look at my diet and what I can do from a natural basis to improve my skin.
I have always been a healthy eater. I basically eat lots of green leafy vegetables, drink about 60 ounces of water a day and closely watch my sugar intake too. When it comes to meat, I eat only salmon and occasionally turkey breast.
# AlmondsAlmonds are rich in vitamin E and are great for the skin. They are also rich in omega 3 that supports brain, heart and joints health. Eating a handful a day or sprinkling some over our salads or oatmeal, help support healthy skin.
# Coconut OilOne of my favorite’s, coconut oil is wonderful for the skin. It is especially helpful with very dry skin, wrinkles, and smoothing out your skin tone. Try cooking with coconut oil or adding coconut oil to your smoothies.
# AvocadoAvocados are wonderful to use as a mask or to add to your salads. It is full of omega 3 and vitamin E oil.
# Bell Peppers
All bell peppers (red, yellow, orange, green) are wonderful for the skin. They are full of vitamin C, which is essential when you have very dry skin, and they also help with collagen production.
# Spinach
Full of vitamin E, vitamin C and beta carotene – ‘spinach’ is great for slowing the aging process for skin. Spinach helps protect the skin from UV rays. Eat at least one cup a day. You can use it in your salads, smoothies, or soups
# Chia SeedsI use chia seeds in my smoothies, oatmeal and yogurt. They are full of omega 3, protein and fiber. Chia seeds are also helpful with inflammation.
Try making Chia seed pudding. It is very simple and easy to make. Blend a palm full with two cups of milk, a half-teaspoon of vanilla, and two teaspoons of dried fruit, like dates, currants, or figs.