Helathy food for better skin!

When it comes to skin care, we tend to tackle problems with products. An extra cream to reduce dryness, a mask to remedy imperfections or an anti-aging cream to prevent aging. Of course it's great that we all do skin care, but nutrition also plays a major and perhaps even more important role when it comes to skin health. By eating the right foods, you can take extra good care of your skin and let the skin shine extra. This blog is about nutrition that makes our skin glow and no cream can beat that, believe me.

Fatty acids

You have probably already heard of it: omega 3 or omega 6 fatty acids. These are essential fatty acids, which means that humans must obtain them through food. Omega 3 fatty acids play an important role in inflammatory processes, they have a strong anti-inflammatory effect, which contributes to a healthy and beautiful skin. Omega 3 fatty acids can be found in fatty fish, algae oil, linseed oil, soybean oil or hemp seed.

Vitamins

Indispensable in the list are of course showcases. Vitamin A, also called retinol, is a major player in this. Vitamin A ensures skin renewal, creates a firm skin and reduces skin aging. In addition, it ensures fewer blemishes and clogged pores. Vitamin A is mainly found in animal products such as meat, eggs and dairy, but a number of vegetables are also full of vitamin A. Carrots, sweet potatoes and kale are examples of this. In addition to vitamin A, vitamin C is good for the skin. It is a strong antioxidant that protects the skin and stimulates collagen synthesis, making it a firmer skin. Vitamin C can be found in citrus fruits, kiwis, strawberries, but also in kale, potatoes and broccoli. Just like C, vitamin E is also a strong antioxidant, in addition, vitamin E also offers protection against UV radiation. Vitamin E is mainly found in vegetable products such as sunflower oil and grains.

Oatmeal

You might not immediately think that oatmeal has an effect on the skin, but nothing could be further from the truth. Oatmeal is full of amino acids and vitamin E. In addition, it contains a lot of fiber, which contributes to the health of the digestive system. You wouldn't immediately think so, but the digestive system has a major influence on the rest of the body. A product that contributes to a good digestive system is therefore also good for the skin.

Zinc

Zinc is a mineral that has a calming effect on the skin. It helps fight infections, contributes to wound healing and is also an antioxidant. You could notice a zinc deficiency through poorly healing wounds on the skin. Zinc is mainly found in animal products, especially crustaceans and shellfish such as oysters and mussels, but oatmeal, seeds and mushrooms are also good sources of zinc.

 

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