Fuelling your insides with lots of natural goodness is so important because the perfect approach to anti-aging has to be a holistic one. Working with your body and not against it can help you to take years off your age and as much as a good skin care regime will do wonders for your skin and your confidence, never forget that a healthy diet is paramount.
Here are just a few foods to help you get started:
Avocados are packed full of vitamin E and they also help the skin regenerate therefore giving you a more youthful appearance. Avocados also are crammed full of antioxidants which help to protect your skin and promote wonderful glowing skin. It can even make your hair shiny and healthy.
Red wine enthusiasts will be pleased to hear that a favorite tipple is packed full of natural antioxidants- fantastic for the prevention of heart disease. Plus, red grapes help to stop the nasty effects of aging due to the ‘resveratrol’ compound within the skin.
Hemp oil contains a rich mix of essential amino and fatty acids but it also importantly contains high levels of vitamin E which can help to reduce the effects of aging.
If you enjoy dark chocolate then don’t feel the least bit guilty next time you indulge. Providing you choose dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa, it can even help burn fat and to improve your hair and skin. This is because it’s full of B vitamins and protein. Don’t overindulge though. Only small amounts are healthy.
Blueberries have so many health benefits including a high content of vitamin C which aids circulation but also helps the body combat the aging process. Because it is also high in potassium, it can help to combat fluid retention and puffiness.
Grape Juice apart from being a refreshing drink contains a great supply of antioxidant polyphenols, improving the skin’s elasticity and preventing sagging.
- Misty Cassady
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