Good Skin Food
Living in the 21st century we are surrounded by adverts for lotions and potions that claim to keep
your skin looking young, vibrant and healthy. The meaning of
‘growing old gracefully’ has slowly vanished but here I have
researched some foods that can slow down the ageing process with
no added hard work or extreme expense. All you will be left with
is some very satisfied tastebuds.
Apples – The saying ‘An apple a day keeps the Doctor
away’ rings true. Apples contain pectin which helps to
lower our cholesterol levels, and antioxidants
which help to get rid of the free radicals lurking in our bodies. Low
in calories, apples are an ‘all round’ fabulous fruit.
Berries – The vitamin C found in Berries is great for
building up new collagen in the skin and they also help to
prevent those ghastly thread veins that appear as we get that
little bit older.
Brazil nuts – Containing the richest source of
Selenium, a powerful antioxidant that is great for cutting
cancer risks and is essential for healthy skin.
Broccoli – These ‘fairy flowers’ should be eaten
regularly to help against fighting cancer and for all round good
health. For added anti-ageing benefits
sprinkle some fairy dust (linseeds) over the broccoli for
added flavour and extra help for menopausal women.
Chocolate – This one is a tough double chocolate
cookie. Although studies prove that by eating chocolate three
times a week we can add an extra year to our lives, if not
eaten in moderation it can lead to obesity and its associated
health risks.
Garlic - Not only does it ward off vampires but garlic
also kick starts the immune system, detoxes the liver and helps
to lower blood pressure.
Red wine – This wobbly juice is not only a classic for
a night in or a night out socialising but it also boosts
circulation to the skin. Studies have shown that drinking red
wine in moderation promotes long life and may help to protect
against cancer and heart disease. What better excuse could you
have to get started on the Vino? (Moderately, of course.)
It is true that ‘we are what we eat’. What we put
into our bodies affects how we feel and how we look. So, if you
want to avoid looking like an old leather handbag take into
account the above information and have fun growing old
gracefully. |
