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Table of Contents ......................................................................................................................... 1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 2 17 Foods to a Younger Looking You .......................................................................................... 3 1. Lemon Juice: ......................................................................................................................... 3 2. Yogurt: .................................................................................................................................... 3 3. Dark Chocolate: ................................................................................................................... 4 4. Raw milk: ................................................................................................................................ 4 5. Peaches: ................................................................................................................................ 5 6. Aloe Vera............................................................................................................................... 5 7. Av ocado:............................................................................................................................... 6 8. Tomato: .................................................................................................................................. 6 9. Tofu: ........................................................................................................................................ 7 10. Brazil Nuts: ............................................................................................................................ 7 11. Spinach: ............................................................................................................................... 8 12. Sweet Potatoes: .................................................................................................................. 8 13. Sunflower Seeds: ................................................................................................................. 9 14. Oliv e Oil: ............................................................................................................................... 9 15. Orange:.............................................................................................................................. 10 16. Oats: ................................................................................................................................... 10 17. Salmon:............................................................................................................................... 11 Useful Links and Resources: ....................................................................................................... 11
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Introduction
Something as simple as your diet can hav e a profound effect on how you look and feel. Sure the right kind of food w ill help you stay slim and healthy, but it doesn’t stop there. Food can also help us to look younger and feel more energetic. Food can also be applied on your face; yes you could apply some food directly on your skin and improv e how you look. Foods like v egetables, fruits, nuts, eggs and many other foods are full of antioxidants; v itamins and other ingredients that fight w rinkles, rehydrate your skin and take off years from your appearance. I n this book, you w ill find a list of 17 foods, compiled from sev eral experts and dietitians around the w eb. You w ill also find a list of links at the end of articles w here you can find more details. You can go directly to those links and find out more about these pow er foods that help you feel happier, look younger, and stay healthier. Our list is not in any particular order of preference, so feel free to pick any of your fav orite foods and try them yourself.
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17 Foods to a Younger Looking You 1. Lemon Juice:
Lemon Juice is great to apply to your skin. Some of the benefits of lemon juice on your skin include: 1) it can heal acne because of its natural anti-bacterial properties, also prev enting future acne breakouts. 2) I t is a natural exfoliant for your skin, the citric acid acts as a gentle "skin peel" that remov es the top layer of dead skin cells. When used regularly, this w ill result in a smooth complexion. 3) I t w ill diminish scars and age spots. 4) Brightening or lightening of the skin, moisturizing and toning oily skin and fighting w rinkles. Application of lemon juice is often helpful to be done at bedtime so that you leav e the juice on the skin ov ernight. Please note, lemon juice may be irritating to some people, so be sure to dilute the juice w ith w ater before applying it to your skin.
2. Yogurt:
Unsweetened yogurt is a great dietary choice as a food. I t also makes an excellent skin care application product. Yogurt w hen applied to the skin has mild astringent qualities, and its high quantities of zinc and lactic acid make it a great hydration treatment for your skin. Yogurt can make your skin feel supple and moisturized at all times, w hen it is applied to your skin. Best of all its cheap, natural, and the leftovers are good enough to eat!
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3. Dark Chocolate:
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As a source of Vitamin C, oranges are good for our health, but, they are also one of the v ital ingredients for many skin-care products. They hav e the ability to improv e your skin tone, color and texture. They also retain collagen in your body w hich helps in skin firming and prev ents from early aging of your skin. Not only this, they also help to reduce w rinkles and soften your skin w hich will giv e you a much younger look. Moreover, oranges remove the dead skin cells, clean the pores and help in reducing acne. They are also used in spas for skin polishing. Lastly, oranges also contain Vitamin A w hich protects your skin from sun damage and cancer.
4. Raw milk:
Raw milk serv es as a potent beauty ingredient, listed below are some w ays in w hich it can help: 1) Cleanses the face 2) Provides softer skin 3) Helps exfoliate skin 4) Ensures softer hair 5) Helps shrink pores 6) Reduces skin irritation
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5. Peaches:
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Peaches are a rich source of v itamins, minerals and antioxidants; the fruit goes a long w ay in inv igorating your skin. Peaches are a good source of proteins and contribute tow ards tissue repair. As a great source of Vitamin C, peaches help to remov e dark circles and blemishes. As peaches are loaded w ith Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, beta carotene, potassium, magnesium, and selenium, they help to protect the skin from hazardous ultrav iolet rays.
6. Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera is a cactus plant that belongs to the Liliaceae family and has been used medicinally for centuries. Aloe leaves 'secrete' a clear gel that w hen broken off from the rest of the plant can be applied topically to heal w ounds and soothe skin. I t is effective in treating a v ariety of skin conditions, from flaky or dry skin to cosmetic ailments. I t is also said to be useful in treating w ounds and burns, minor skin infections, cysts, diabetes, and elev ated blood lipids in humans.
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7. Avocado:
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Av ocados contain an incredible amount of essential nutrients; including v itamins, minerals and anti-oxidants. The antioxidants in the fruit w ill help to detoxify your body and help to reduce the appearance of w rinkles, making your skin more supple and plump. For a healthy and glow ing complexion, drink a cup of av ocado juice a day and it w ill nourish and protect your skin from the inside out.
8. Tomato:
Tomatoes are the best source of the antiaging antioxidant lycopene. Surprisingly, lycopene in tomatoes is more easily absorbed by your body w hen it is cooked, so add a nice homemade tomato soup to the menu at home for a tasty anti-ageing appetizer!
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9. Tofu:
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Eat Tofu for Youthful and Glow ing Skin! Regular consumption of tofu w ill provide your skin with ample amounts of Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids. These essential fatty acids are required for keeping skin nourished and hydrated from w ithin. Moreover, the high mono and polyunsaturated fat content aids in maintaining the youthful appearance of skin. They also w ard off w rinkles and other signs of aging from setting in. Tofu is also a good source of skin friendly minerals like selenium, zinc, manganese, iron and calcium.
10. Brazil Nuts:
Nuts may be high in fats, but they’re the good fats: polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fat, w hich promote a healthy circulatory system. Brazil nuts are a rich source of selenium, an essential mineral that’s crucial for proper immune system function. These rainforest nuts are also rich in skin-friendly antioxidants like v itamin E, and hav e been shown to improv e skin’s circulation, yielding a healthier glow.
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11. Spinach:
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This leafy green v egetable is rich in nutrients and antioxidants. Spinach is loaded w ith lutein, w hich keeps your skin healthy, sparkling and fresh. Spinach is also a good source of v itamins B, C, and E, potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, and omega-3 fatty acids. Trade your lettuce for spinach, or sautĂŠ spinach for a quick, healthy side.
12. Sweet Potatoes:
Sw eet Potatoes are packed w ith carotenoids, an antioxidant that fights aging and v itamin C w hich boosts collagen production. Collagen controls the strength, firmness, and flexibility of the skin. You should be eating this superfood more often than just at Thanksgiv ing.
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13. Sunflower Seeds:
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Loaded w ith v itamin E, sunflow er seeds keep your skin supple by protecting its top layers from the sun. Eat a handful daily. A high essential-fatty-acid content makes sunflower seed oil a treat for parched body parts, such as lips and heels, w hen topically applied.
14. Olive Oil:
The omega 6 fatty acids in Oliv e oil keep skin supple. Use this in moderation though as it is also calorie-dense. It is great for skin both internally and externally. Adding oliv e oil to your beauty routine w ill provide immense benefits to your skin, hair, and nails. Here are some of the oliv e oil skin benefits you may find surprising: 1. Antioxidant Protection 2. Doesn’t Clog Pores 3. Enhances Exfoliation 4. General Beauty Booster
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15. Orange:
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As a source of Vitamin C, oranges are good for our health, but, they are also one of the v ital ingredients for many skin-care products. They hav e the ability to improv e your skin tone, color and texture. They also retain collagen in your body w hich helps in skin firming and prev ents from early aging of your skin. Not only this, they also help to reduce w rinkles and soften your skin w hich w ill give you a much younger look. Moreover, oranges remove the dead skin cells, clean the pores and help in reducing acne. They are also used in spas for skin polishing. Lastly, oranges also contain Vitamin A w hich protects your skin from sun damage and cancer.
16. Oats:
Steel-cut oats are less processed than other v arieties, so it retains more v itamins. Plus, it takes longer to break dow n in your body, w hich helps keep your blood sugar stable. This is important because studies found that spiked blood sugar elev ates your body's lev el of androgens; hormones that can contribute to w rinkles. Oats are also exceptionally good for skin healing.
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17. Salmon:
Salmon is one of the best food sources for omega-3 fatty acids, w hich helps keep your skin supple and moisturized. Salmon also has selenium, a mineral that protects the skin from sun exposure. You w on't hav e a problem adding salmon to your diet since there are hundreds of w ays to enjoy this beautiful superfood. Try it grilled, baked, in your pasta, w ith a salad, in sushi plus many more.
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Lemon Juice on Skin | New Health Guide Best: Yogurt, 9 Best (and Worst!) Foods for Healthy Skin - (Page 2) Benefits of Orange on Skin - Perfect Skin Care for you 13 Best Benefits and Uses Of Oats For Skin, Hair And Health Raw milk face packs for glow ing, flawless skin | Read Health Articles & Blogs at TheHealthSite.com Foods for Healthy Skin - Teas, Yogurts, Nuts & More 12 Foods to Eat for Gorgeous Skin | Bustle Tomato for Skin | New Health Guide Use tofu for skin care Benefits Of Peaches: Skin And Health Benefits Of Eating Peaches 10 Aloe Vera Face Packs For Different Skin Types What Does Eating a Lot of Spinach Do for My Skin? | LI VESTRONG.COM 14 Amazing Benefits and Uses Of Sw eet Potatoes For Skin And Health 16 Amazing Benefits and Uses Of Sunflower Seeds For Skin, Hair and Health Benefits of Oliv e Oil for Skin - Global Healing Center
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