Everyone wants luminous skin and lustrous hair. While most would turn to products to achieve this, it can also come from within, meaning that the foods we eat can have just as much an impact. Our skin and hair can be very telling of our health. A well balanced diet can encourage healthier skin and hair.
Starting with fish; salmon, halibut, and other fatty fish contain protein, essential omega-3 fatty acids, iron, and vitamin B12. Omega 3 fatty acids can help protect the skin from sun damage and support scalp health. Protein also helps ward off hair loss. Further, iron and vitamin B12 can make hair color more vibrant. Eggs are another food item with vitamin B12, in addition to vitamin A, vitamin E, and iron.
Oatmeal contains zinc, a powerful tool for fighting against acne. It reduces inflammation and kills acne-borne bacteria. Moreover, low fat dairy or skim milk is a great source of calcium and vitamin D, which promotes hair growth. Beans and legumes are high in fiber, protein, zinc, and antioxidants which boosts collagen production, giving the skin elasticity.
Moving onto fruits and vegetables, carrots are rich in beta-carotene which turns into vitamin A which has anti-aging properties. Interestingly, the same properties that make tomatoes red prevent you from getting red. Vitamin C, carotenoids, lycopene, and beta-carotene help protect your skin from sunburn. Finally, blueberries are extremely high in antioxidants, decreasing free radicals and aging influences.
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