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1. Eating Your Way to a Healthier Glow
The saying “You Are What You Eat” is indeed true. Sometimes, the way we eat will
reflect not only on our health but our overall physical appearance. Remember how
stepping in a room full of smoke leave you somewhat looking and feeling
dehydrated? The same goes if you take in bad stuff. All the creams and makeup in
the world can only help to a certain extent, and even makeup fades. To look good
with or without makeup, we all have to start from within, such as eating right and
giving the body what’s good.
Drinking six to eight glasses of water a day helps keep the body hydrated and the skin
supple. Remember that dehydrated look after a night of partying and drinking? That’s
one look to avoid. Water helps wash away toxins in our bodies, which reflect in our
complexion. Plus, hydrated bodies and skin is beautiful skin. Carry a water bottle with
you all the time especially if you walk long distances and drink some water every hour,
even if you’re very busy.
Indulge in salmon, tuna, and other oily fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids. They not only
help protect the heart from disease but also unclog pores, improve skin elasticity, and
prevent fine lines and wrinkles. They also keep production of inflammatory substances
at bay combating acne and redness. Omega-3 fatty acids can also be found in
walnuts. A rich treat for the senses, dark chocolate, has flavonoids, a very potent
antioxidant. Cocoa also hydrates the skin making it firmer and more supple. Eat two
squares of dark chocolate during snack time or as a post-meal dessert.
Fruits like kiwi, pomegranate, strawberries, and blueberries contain vitamins, minerals,
and antioxidants which are great for the skin. They may be eaten as a snack or
dessert or combined with oatmeal for breakfast. For more skin-friendly snack, use
blueberries and kiwi as topping for yogurt, as the protein from yogurt helps make the
skin firm, preventing wrinkles, crow’s feet, and fine lines. They’re also a healthier
alternative to ice cream.
Eating healthy is a lasting way to glowing skin. With this habit, the skin will stay
beautiful and glowing, with less need for mid-day touch-ups and expensive cosmetics.