Top-10 Skin Foods

As you know what you put into your body has an impact on how your body looks and feels. This is true at all levels including the layers of your skin - If you eat foods that are healthy for you your skin will respond by looking and feeling healthy. If you start paying attention to what types of foods your are putting into your body you will surely notice a younger supple look that has a healthy natural glow to it. Below is a list of the Top-10 best foods for your skin.

1. Spinach, Broccoli & Carrots - Vitamin A right foods improve your cell turnover rate which means your skin gets renewed more quickly so that the freshest looking skin is on top where everyone can see it.

2. Citrus Fruits - Contain Vitamin C which delays and reduces wrinkles. Cirtus fruits like Grapefruits, Lemons and Oranges help detox your body by supporting your liver and kidneys to give you a clearer complexion.

3. Salmon - A major source of Omega-3 Fatty Acids which reduces moisture loss and helps alleviate dry, itchy skin. If fish isn't your thing you can try Flaxseed or Walnuts but Omega-3's are a must for beautiful well moisturized skin. Eating Salmon can also ward off inflammation and increase cell resilience.

4. Tomatoes & Potatoes - Tomatoes and Sweet Potatoes help boost anti-oxidants which fight off free radicals in your body. They nourish the fat beneath your skin and improve collagen production. Tomatoes also contain Lycopene (also found in Watermelon, Papaya and Carrots) which is fat soluble and helps with absorption in the stomach as well as synthesizing Betacarotene.

5. Green Tea - Contains Polyphenols which have anti-inflammatory characteristics and anti-oxidant properties fight off free radicals.

6. Apples - We recommend eating one organic apple a day including the peel which contains Quercetin, which is a potent antioxidant flavodoid that reduces inflammation, redness and skin sensitivity. They are also packed full of fiber and Pectin which aids in digestion and limits the amount of fat that is absorbed by the body.

7. Almonds - Contains magnesium which is a calming agent for the skin. Almonds help reduce irritability, anxiety and fatigue.

8. Mixed Berries - Cranberries, Blackberries, Strawberries, Blueberries and Plums all have a huge antioxidant capacity which makes your skin look youthful and healthy. Cranberries for example are rich in flavonoids which tonify blood vessels and can help reduce redness associated with skin disorders like Rocacea. Toss them into your cereal or eat them for dessert.

9. Eggs - Contain sulfur which helps clean your liver and clear your skin to make it more vibrant and beautiful. They are a great source of skin-nourishing antioxidants and also contain a large amount of Vitamin E.

10. Water - Good Hydration is the cheapest easiest way to keep your skin happy. Try to stay away from sugary sodas and energy drinks and concentrate on getting 8-glasses of water a day - It helps glush out toxins and will keep your skin looking beautiful and healthy.