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1. FLAXSEED OIL. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which increase cell resilience and moisten the fatty layer beneath the skin, this oil acts as an internal moisturizer, helping to keep you skin hydrated.
Recommendation: Eat 1 to 2 tablespoons a day in no-heat recipes. Try mixing it with a little lemon and garlic for a tasty salad dressing.
2. APPLE. Packed full of fiber and pectin, apples aid digestion and limit the amount of fat absorbed by the body.
Recommendation: Eat an organic apple a day including the peel, which contains quercetin, a potent antioxidant flavonoids, reduces inflammation, redness and skin sensitivity.
3. EGG. The yolks are a great source skin-nourishing antioxidants. They a also contain sulfur, beautifying vitamins that helps clean the liver, clear the skin, make it more vibrant.
Recommendation: Eat one to two organic eggs a day.
4. SALMON. This source of omega-3 fatty acids reduces moisture loss and helps alleviate dry, itchy skin.
Recommendation: Eat at least two servings of 3 ? to 4 ounces of wild Alaskan salmon a week.
5. CRANBERRY. This flavonoid-rich fruit tonifies blood vessels and helps reduce the redness associated with rosacea.
Recommendation: Drink 1 ounce of unsweetened cranberry juice combined with 7 ounces of water one to two times a day.
6. LEMON. With four times more vitamin C than oranges, this citrus fruit helps your body Detox by supporting your liver and kidneys. The cleaner your system is, the clearer your complexion will be.
Recommendation: Mix the juice of half of a lemon (or lime) with water, and drink once in the morning and once at night.
7. YOGURT. The probiotics in this dairy product ward off pathogens and yeast in the gut and prevent blemishes from popping out.
Recommendation: Eat up to a cup a day of plain, unsweetened yogurt with active live cultures, or use as a base for vegetable dip.
8. ALMONDS. This little nut delivers a hefty dose of magnesium, a calming agent for skin and body. By reducing irritability, anxiety, and fatigue, magnesium will likely make you feel better and may even put a smile on your face.
Recommendation: Carry almonds around with you for a quick snack. Eat about seven to 10 a day.
9. OLIVE OIL. A great lubricant for the body inside and out, olive oil is world-renowned for its healing properties. Antioxidants help the skin stay supple and fresh looking.
Recommendation: Choose extra-virgin olive oil, the greener the better. Have a tablespoon a day, added to your cooking or in salad dressing.
10. SWEET POTATOES. Full of skin-promoting vitamin C, which boosts collagen production, and beta-carotene, the precursor to vitamin A, which nourishes the fat beneath the skin, this delicious vegetable isn’t just for holidays anymore.
Recommendation: Eat one to two sweet potatoes a week with cinnamon, or make sweet-potato chips for a snack.
HERBAL ADDITIONS:
Herbs and spices add flavor and variety to meals, and the following five will also enhance your looks:
1. FENNEL SEED. This spice, often used in Indian cuisine, calms acidic stomachs and aids in digestion. When you’re not digesting properly the skin acts an organ of elimination, and the result: unwanted breakouts.
2. GARLIC. The sulfur compounds in this popular recipe ingredient help Detox the live and promote clear, radiant skin.
3. TUMERIC. One of the best known sources of beta-carotene, the vitamin A precursor, this anti-inflammatory spice helps promote radiant skin by preventing infection.
4. GINGER. This anti-inflammatory root boosts circulation and encourages digestion and detoxification, all of which in turn promote healthy skin.
5. PARSLEY. Very high in chlorophyll, this popular edible garnish is also a blood purifier and natural diuretic. It helps purify your system and reduces puffiness and bloating.
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