Are you tired of using different expensive and ineffective beauty products? It's time to throw away all those ineffective products and
start eating foods for perfect skin. I went from terrible acne five
months ago to not having acne now. It was hard, but it was possible, and
less expensive than turning to pricey products. While some foods can
aggravate your skin, others can enhance it. Check out a list of 10 foods
to eat every day for perfect skin.
1. Red bell peppers
Red bell peppers are a tasty vegetable that can be enjoyed either cooked or raw. One red bell pepper contains more than 100% of your daily vitamin C needs. It also contains significant amounts
of dietary fiber and vitamin B6. Moreover, it is rich in carotenoids
that can help prevent wrinkles and increase blood circulation to your
skin, helping it look more youthful. Due to their carotenoids, red bell
peppers are also great to fight acne.
A red bell pepper is a perfect, low calorie snack that contains about 30 calories and has a really satisfying crunchy bite. Keep slices of red bell peppers in the fridge, so you will always have something
healthy and tasty to reach for when you are having a snack attack. The
fiber that a bell pepper contains will help you to feel full longer with
very little calories. Plus, you will have a flawless skin!
2. Dark chocolate
This is one of my favorite foods to eat every day for perfect skin!Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants, fatty acids and flavanols that promote glowing skin. The antioxidants in dark chocolate will help reduce roughness in
your skin and protect it against sun damage. Moreover, cocoa relaxes
arteries, increasing blood circulation that leads to healthier skin.
I usually buy cocoa powder or raw cacao for less fat. And if you like dark chocolate, eat your ounce of dark chocolate every day and make sure you choose at least 80% cacao content in order to avoid milk and
added sugars found in a traditional chocolate bar.
3. Coconut oil
Coconut oil is one of the richest sources of saturated fat with about 90 percent of calories as saturated fat. It
contains lauric acid, a powerful antibacterial and antiviral agent that
keeps away viruses, infections, inflammation and acne. Coconut oil is
also rich in essential fatty acids and Vitamin E, which are perfect for
keeping your skin moist, soft, and wrinkle-free.
I use coconut oil as a body cream and consume 1 tbsp. of raw coconut oil every day. Coconut oil is especially good for your thyroid. Plus, there's considerable evidence that this oil can help lose weight. So
many health benefits, don't you think?
4. Green tea
Well, so I know green tea is actually a beverage, but tea leaves come from a plant! Even though I love black tea, I drink green tea every day because I know that it is a great source of
antioxidants and a unique amino acid, L-theanine that helps relax your
body and lower stress.
When the tea is hot, the bionic brew releases catechins, a kind of antioxidant with proven anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties. Green tea may also reduce your risk of developing high blood pressure.
Drink 3 or more cups of tea every day for better results.
5. Spinach
Spinach is a healthy and nutrient-rich food you should certainly include in your everyday diet. You may hate spinach, but it is a wonderful source of iron, folate, chlorophyll, Vitamin E, magnesium, Vitamin A, fiber, plant protein, and Vitamin C. Due to their
antioxidant abilities, Vitamins C, E, and A are especially great for
your skin.
Spinach contains antioxidants that fight against all types of skin problems. Add it to your everyday diet and see what happens. By eating spinach, you're just cleaning your skin from the inside out!
6.Seeds
Chia seeds, hemp seeds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and flax seeds are all great for your skin. Pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds are both rich in selenium, Vitamin E, magnesium and protein. Selenium and
protein keep all wrinkles away, Vitamin E enhances moisture in your skin
and magnesium lowers your stress levels. The healthy Omega 3 fatty
acids in flax, chia and hemp seeds are perfect for fighting wrinkles and
acne. Plus, these seeds are rich in protein.
7.Papaya
Papaya is a wonderful fruit which has a rich history and numerous nutritional benefits. It is very low in calories (only 39 calories per 100 g!) and also contains no cholesterol. So if you are trying to lose
weight, consider eating papaya every day to maximize its health
benefits.
A great beauty food, papaya is low in fructose and is excellent for digestion! The antioxidant nutrients found in it, including Vitamins C and E and beta-carotene, are great at reducing
inflammation and acne. Moreover, Vitamin C may also protect your skin
against sun damage.
8.Carrots
Carrots are good not only for your eyes, but also for your skin. They are especially good for clearing up breakouts. Carrots are rich in vitamin A and they help prevent the overproduction of cells in the outer
layer of the skin. That's where excess sebum combines with dead cells
and clogs pores.
Another great reason to snack on some carrots is because Vitamin A reduces the development of skin-cancer cells. So make sure you nibble on a half-cup of baby carrots every day for perfect skin. I love carrots
and I think they make a great snack.
7.Salmon
Salmon is an excellent food to fight stress, anxiety, and depression. Salmon also provides most of your daily vitamin D needs. And as you may already know, Vitamin D is responsible
for keeping your heart, bones, colon and brain healthy. It also helps
prevent colon cancer, anxiety, depression, heart disease and bone disease.
Salmon is also rich in omega-3 fatty acids that are excellent for fighting inflammation, wrinkles and acne. Its high omega-3 content also helps hydrate your skin from the inside out. Moreover, eating salmon
keeps your scalp hydrated and promotes strong, healthy hair.
8. Celery
Another food to eat daily for perfect skin is celery. Many of us underestimate this veggie, but celery contains Vitamin K that keeps the blood circulation healthy and helps to reduce high blood
pressure. This can reduce your stress level, and as you know stress can
cause bad skin, migraines and even cancer.
Celery also contains natural sodium, potassium and water, and can help to prevent dehydration. I hope you know that dehydrated skin means
dryness, flaking, wrinkles, and even breakouts. Make sure you consume
celery every day or at least every other day. If you are counting
calories, don't worry, celery is very low in calories!
You don't have to eat all these foods every day, but even some of them would be great! Be sure to avoid junk foods, too much sugar, trans fats and refined carbs for the best skin possible. Which of these foods
do you eat every day? Share your thoughts, please, and thanks for
reading!
