Every year the American Dietetic Association raises awareness for National Nutrition month. The theme for March 2011 is “Eat Right with Color.” Did you know that even if you follow a good skincare regimen, food also plays a critical role in healthy skin?
The top 5 best foods to maintain, clear, beautiful skin are:
1.) Green Tea: The anti-inflammatory properties cannot be beat! It also helps to protect us against the harmful sun rays when ingested.
2.) Salmon: Essential fatty acids (also walnuts and flax seed!) are essential to protecting the cell membrane, which protects us against environmental factors. Most of us lack Omega 3s.
3.) Berries: specifically, blackberries, blueberries, and strawberries have the best “total antioxidant capacity” of any food
4.) Low fat dairy products: vitamin A rich dairy foods help the digestive system, which in turn leads to healthier appearing skin.
5.) Water: the biggest dietary no brainer is WATER. Drink away to flush your system of toxins for a fresh, radiant complexion.
That old adage that, “we are what we eat” rings true with skincare. Coupling a facial every 4-6 weeks with eating well will lead to a fresher, more vibrant, you! Pure Spa is celebrating with a Berry Cherry facial this month for National Nutrition month!
