Aside
from staying away from cigarettes and using sunscreen when you go out,
the next best thing you can do for your skin's health is to eat a diet
rich in antioxidants. These are nutrients that work to defend
your body's cells — including skin cells — against the damage of
oxidative stress. You're probably familiar with some antioxidants, such
as vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, and vitamin A (in the form of
beta-carotene). Others, which you may be less familiar with, are
collectively known as phytochemicals (there are hundreds of them), and they are found in foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and beans.
To keep your skin well-protected and nourished, and to extend its
youthful appearance, focus on the foods that are good sources of the
following nutrients:
Water
Water not only keeps your skin hydrated, but also reduces the look of fine lines and wrinkles. Because it improves circulation and blood flow, water helps your skin to glow. Drink nine to 12 8-oz. glasses of water a day.
Water not only keeps your skin hydrated, but also reduces the look of fine lines and wrinkles. Because it improves circulation and blood flow, water helps your skin to glow. Drink nine to 12 8-oz. glasses of water a day.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is involved in the production of collagen (which keeps skin firm) and protects cells from damage caused by free radicals. Scientific studies have found that when lab animals eat vitamin C — fortified food, their skin is better able to fight oxidative damage. It's important, then, to replenish your skin's vitamin C stores every day by eating plenty of fruits and vegetables. Good sources include bell peppers (red, green, and yellow), broccoli, cantaloupe, mangoes, oranges, pineapple, snow peas, strawberries, tomatoes, and watermelon.
Vitamin C is involved in the production of collagen (which keeps skin firm) and protects cells from damage caused by free radicals. Scientific studies have found that when lab animals eat vitamin C — fortified food, their skin is better able to fight oxidative damage. It's important, then, to replenish your skin's vitamin C stores every day by eating plenty of fruits and vegetables. Good sources include bell peppers (red, green, and yellow), broccoli, cantaloupe, mangoes, oranges, pineapple, snow peas, strawberries, tomatoes, and watermelon.
Healthy Oils
Good-quality oils help your skin retain more nutrients so it looks and feels healthy. These oils include virgin olive oil, cold-pressed oil and expeller-pressed oil.
Vitamin E
Vitamin E helps protect cell membranes and guards your skin against damage from the sun's UV radiation. Some research has suggested that vitamin E may work in combination with vitamin C to provide an extra degree of anti-aging skin protection. However, because recent studies have raised some questions about the safety of vitamin E supplements, this nutrient should come from your diet, not from high-dose pills. It's best to stick with food sources like wheat germ, fortified whole-grain cereals, nuts and seeds, olive oil, Swiss chard, and spinach, as well as the small amount of vitamin E found in a multivitamin.
Beta-carotene
Beta-carotene, another antioxidant that's critical for skin health, is converted to vitamin A in the body and is involved in the growth and repair of body tissues. It may also protect your skin against sun damage. In extremely high doses, however, pure vitamin A from supplements can be toxic, so be sure to avoid them unless a doctor has recommended them and is closely supervising you. Beta-carotene from foods like apricots, cantaloupe, carrots, red bell peppers, mangoes, pumpkin, and sweet potato is sufficient and entirely safe for your skin.
CoQ10 or Coenzyme Q10
This powerful antioxidant is made naturally in your body, but production decreases as you grow older. It helps protect your skin from the damage caused by free radicals. Rich sources of CoQ10 include fish, such as salmon and tuna, poultry, organ meats and whole grains.
Selenium
Selenium is an antioxidant mineral that helps protect the skin from sun damage; it also helps the skin maintain firmness and elasticity. Selenium obtained from food has been shown to reduce sun damage and even prevent some skin cancers in animals. Be sure to avoid selenium supplements, however. The Nutritional Prevention of Cancer Trial found that people with a high risk of nonmelanoma skin cancers who took selenium supplements actually had a 25 percent increased risk of squamous cell carcinomas. The best food sources for selenium are Brazil nuts (no more than 1 or 2 nuts a day because the selenium is so concentrated), tuna (canned, light), crab, oysters, whole-wheat pasta, lean beef, shrimp, whole-wheat bread, turkey, wheat germ, chicken breast, mushrooms, and eggs.
Omega–3 Fatty Acids
Although not classified as antioxidants, omega–3 fatty acids help maintain cell membranes so that they are effective barriers — allowing water and nutrients in but keeping toxins out. These healthy fats also reduce inflammation throughout the body, which may translate into fewer skin breakouts. Omega-3s also seem to offer the skin protection against sun damage. In a study of skin cancer, people who ate diets rich in fish oils and other omega-3 fats had a 29 percent lower risk of squamous cell skin cancer than those who got very little omega-3 fats from food. Good food sources include wild salmon, herring, mackerel (but not king), sardines, anchovies, flax seed, walnuts, and soybeans. Read more about Omega-3 Fatty Acids
BEST PART!!!
All these essential components for skin vitalization and more (16,000 phytonutrients) have been put together in one masterpiece and modeled into a creamy chocolate drink for delightful consumption.
Besides skin vitalization and rejuvenation, other health benefits of the MyChoco drink include:
- Fortified with DHA: Essential to mental, visual and neurological acuities needed for memory, concentration and focus;
- Protects against heart diseases and complications;
- Helps prevent cancer of any origin;
- Controls high-blood pressure;
- Prevents degenerative diseases such as arthritis and rheumatism;
- Reduces the risk of developing type II diabetes;
- Enhances, nourishes, strengthens and balances the immune system;
- Promotes healthy blood circulation and cell regeneration;
- Improves performance and endurance during exercise;
- Heightens alertness;
- Detoxifies the body.
***Order this product at promotion price now from our konga or dealdey outlets and have it delivered at your doorstep for free in all South-Western states of Nigeria.
Do not forget to like our official facebook page.
Have a nice skin :)
No comments:
Post a Comment