We have all heard about beauty beginning on the inside and it really does. Certain food groups can dramatically improve your skin and your hair from the inside out. Dermatologist Nicholas Perricone, author of Forever Young, dishes on ten foods to eat to look delicious.
- Dark Chocolate: Its do-it-all flavonols smooth the skin and decrease sun sensitivity.
- Blueberries: Their phytochemicals (powerful antioxidants) keep fine lines and sagging at bay.
- Pistachios: Their high levels of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fat help nourish the hair and scalp.
- Wild Salmon: It contains essential omega-3 fatty acids that keep skin supple, hair healthy, and nails strong.
- Green Tea: Antioxidants called polyphenols help combat complexion woes like rosacea and wrinkles.
- Watercress: The sulfur found in this peppery green will bring strength and shine to nails.
- Turmeric: This spice works as an anti-inflammatory, helping to heal sun-damaged skin.
- Cinnamon: This spice, rich in antioxidants, stimulates blood circulation, resulting in plumper skin.
- Cantaloupe: For a dewy complexion, feast on this melon, which has hydrating vitamin C and beta-carotene.
- Olive Oil: It's a healthy fat source that guards against inflammation, which can dull your dermis.
By incorporating more healthy foods into your diet, you not only improve your health, but also improve the look and feel of your skin and give you a healthy blush.
