Eating for Beauty
We have all heard the phrase “You are what you eat!” but it’s truer than you think…
A good diet can save you time and money at beauty salons and on fancy skincare products. Some foods appeal to your taste buds, but work against your natural beauty by accelerating aging, working against a healthy weight, and/or sending you on a mood roller coaster.
Now some things may vary a bit from person to person but there are certain food staples that almost everyone will see a reaction from, predominantly in their skin.
In this blog post we are going to dive deeper into the foods/drinks/ingredients to avoid that cause beauty blunders while also exploring the foods/drinks/ingredients you can incorporate into your diet to boost your beauty!
The Affect of Common Foods and Drinks On Skin
So let’s start with some of the ones that are more commonly recognized as being problems when it comes to healthy skin.
Alcohol is a huge liver stressor, while also stripping nutrients from your body (example: calcium from your bones) and disrupts your hormones.
Caffeine in excess is not a good idea because it increases cortisol levels which speeds up the aging process, can cause more wrinkles, and prevents your body from fully absorbing all the nutrients that you need.
Dairy products are one of the biggest culprits when it comes to acne and all the unwanted hormones in dairy can disrupt the hormone balance in your body. If you don’t seem to have any problems digesting dairy, it is still wise to limit how much you consume and to buy local or organic dairy products.
Did you know that overly grilled foods with the black charr on the bottom aren’t good for you? The black charring is carbon deposits on your food and consumption of these foods is carcinogenic and has been linked to cancer.
Cooking your food to a level of overdone or burnt also kills off many of the good nutrients in your fruits, veggies, etc.
Minimize the number of processed foods, sodas, and other food with high sugar content as well because these foods can be severely lacking in needed nutrients, are packed with inflammatory additives, are linked to weight gain, can breakdown your collagen, and can have a negative impact on your immune and digestive systems.
So you may be asking yourself, okay so what can I eat?
Well, I’m glad you hypothetically asked that because thankfully there is a lot more you should eat, than things that you shouldn’t.
There are over 150 hand-picked foods/drinks/ingredients that we recommend focusing on with your diet, some will have more explanation than others. Just know that there is more information available about the health benefits of these foods than we will delve into with this blog post.
The table below is an organized look at some specific foods you can consume to eat for beauty and health.
Of course, everyone is different and no one size truly fits all, but these are good guidelines and starting points for anyone who is looking to put high quality foods in their life to boost overall health and wellness.
A lot of health truly starts with what we choose to eat and drink on a daily basis.
| Herbs/Spices | Vegetables | Fruits | Products | Miscellaneous |
| Basil: Protects cells from oxidative damage | Acorn Squash: Strengthens hair, nails and skins barrier | Apples: Detoxifies, helps to reduce free radical damage | Almond Milk: Boosts your skin’s natural moisture and helps hydrate you | Beans: Support digestion, energy levels, cell repair and healthy elimination |
| Black Pepper: Full of antioxidants and helps body to absorb vitamins in other foods | Artichokes: Promotes liver and gallbladder detox | Apricots: Supports smooth and supple skin, can reduce breakouts | Apple Cider Vinegar: Maintains a healthy pH balance, supports digestion | Brazil Nuts: Promotes hair and nail growth and a good source of vitamins |
| Cayenne: Boosts your immune system and your metabolism | Arugula: Boost of Vitamin A, helps maintain heart, kidney and lung function | Banana: Support healthy hair and nails, can be a mood booster | Bee Pollen: Supports healthy digestion and boosts your energy levels | Buckwheat: Decreases wrinkle forming compounds in the body |
| Cardamom: Relieves indigestion, antibacterial properties help combat acne | Asparagus: Detoxes blood and kidneys, increases anti-aging glutathione production | Blackberries: The vitamins and antioxidants help keep skin elastic, glowy and reduce acne | Blackstrap Molasses: Supports glowing hair, skin and nails | Cashews: Supports hair pigmentation, boosts energy and brain health |
| Cilantro: Full of antioxidants, helps with overall health and wellbeing | Avocado: Promotes skin hydration and suppleness with healthy fats | Blueberries: Supports youthful skin and healthy connective tissues | Coconut Milk: Healthy fats hydrate the body from within | Chamomile: Promotes restful sleep, addresses dark circles and redness in the face |
| Cinnamon: Moderates blood sugar levels to avoid spikes, which lead to blemishes | Beets: High levels of folate in beets help your skin, hair and nails to regenerate | Cantaloupe: Protects skin against UV damage, and maintains cellular health | Coconut Oil: Supports metabolism, cleanses skin, fuels your body | Chia Seeds: Strengthens skin and joints, healthy source of fiber, helps digestion |
| Chives: Supports healthy digestion and circulation | Bok Choy: Boosts anti-aging glutathione production, fights free radical damage | Cherries: Full of vitamins and minerals, fights UV damage, supports skin health, antioxidant rich | Dandelion Root Tea: Full of potassium which helps kidneys to filter toxins, improves blood flow | Flaxseed: Full of omega-3’s and fiber, promotes healthy digestion and reduces inflammation |
| Cloves: Aids in healthy digestion, reduces inflammation | Broccoli: Works against stress related inflammation | Cranberries: Increases blood flow, supports healthy lymph nodes | Green Tea: Blocks wrinkle formation, reduces UV damage, revives skin cells | Ginger: Reduces inflammation, slows down the cell aging process |
| Cumin: Supports healthy digestion, improves good cholesterol | Brussel Sprouts: Helps to lower inflammation, supports hormonal balance | Dates: High in nutrients, fiber and antioxidants | Honey (Raw): Supports your immune system and helps reduce allergy severity | Oats: Supports healthy hair, clears skin, full of antioxidants |
| Dill: Supports healthy digestion, detoxification, rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals | Butternut Squash: Heals and smoothes skin, helps with hyperpigmentation | Goji Berries: Superfood indeed, supports anti aging hormones, fights free radical damage, and boosts your immune system | Kimchi: Full of beta-carotene and other antioxidant compounds, supports a healthy microbiome | Pecans: Promotes clear skin, boosts your immune system, lowers bad cholesterol, good source of minerals and vitamins |
| Mint: Eases indigestion, promotes detoxing, full of antioxidants and helps with your eyesight | Carrots: Balances oil production to help with acne and dry patches | Grapefruit: Protects skin from UV damage, hydrates the skin, helps detoxify | Maple Syrup: Supports strong and healthy hair and nail growth | Pistachios: Full of fiber, minerals and healthy fats that keep your hair and skin strong and glowing |
| Nutmeg: Supports restful sleep and cell turnover and production | Cauliflower: Supports bone health and boosts glutathione production | Grapes: Protects your cells, boosts collagen production, reduces water retention | Olive Oil: Healthy fats hydrate and smooth skin and hair follicles, defends against UV damage | Quinoa: An anti-inflammatory food, aids in cell repair, healthy fats boost skins suppleness |
| Oregano: Anti aging, combats acne due to antifungal/antibacterial properties | Celery: Hydrates, supports healthy hair growth and skin elasticity | Kiwi: Boosts collagen production production, high in vitamins and antioxidants | Pumpkin Seeds: Support clear skin and elimination, healthy fats boost brain health and hair growth | Tahini: Good source of protein and B vitamins, and a lot of minerals your body needs |
| Parsley: Boosts digestion, helps detox body, filter toxins and supports healthy skin and nails | Cucumber: Boosts your skin’s elasticity and moisture, hydrates from the inside | Lemons: Fights against free radical damage, help detox the body | Rooibos Tea: Reduces allergens, defends against UVB damage, helps with relaxation | Walnuts: Supports healthy skin, hydrates from the inside, boosts blood flow and hair growth |
| Rosemary: Boosts your mood, improves memory and brain function, clears skin | Eggplant: Reduces water retention and helps with bloating | Oranges: Slows down the aging process, reduces skin sensitivity, boosts immunity | Sauerkraut: Supports a healthy microbiome, boost digestion | Wild Salmon: Reduces inflammation, reduces acne, provides healthy fats and vitamins |
| Rosehips: Defends against signs of aging, supports collagen production and storage, relaxation booster | Garlic: Blocks wrinkle formation, boosts immune system, kills acne causing bacteria | Papaya: Boosts digestion, defends against UV and free radicals, boosts healthy hair growth | White Tea: Defends against the breakdown of collagen and elastin, boosts mood | |
| Sage: Supports healthy digestion, full of antioxidants and vitamins | Green Beans: Promotes your skins strength, improves elasticity and moisture | Pear: Rich in antioxidants, fiber and nutrients that support a healthy lifestyle | ||
| Thyme: Defends against aging and inflammation | Kale: Heals and clears your skin, boosts your cell turnover | Pineapple: Enzymes that help with digestion and clear skin | ||
| Turmeric: Reduces inflammation, speeds up the healing process, clears the skin and promotes elimination | Okra: Balances blood sugar levels, boosts healthy digestive bacteria | Plums: Preserves the collagen in your body, keeps skin firm and tight, antioxidant packed | ||
| Pumpkin: Heals the skin, boosts collagen production, firms and lifts sagging skin | Pomegranate: Boosts collagen production, improves blood flow | |||
| Red Cabbage: Builds up stored collagen, strengthens hair and nails, full of antioxidants | Raspberries: Strengthens your hair and nails, full of potassium, keeps your skin healthy | |||
| Spinach: Supports cell renewal, good source of iron, improves blood flow | Strawberries: Boosts your collagen production, full of good cholesterol, rich in antioxidants | |||
| Tomato: Helps prevent your skin from being damaged by the sun, boosts collagen production | Watermelon: Works to prevent sun damage, supports the anti aging hormone production | |||
| Zucchini: Rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, full of fiber and helps with digestion |
Now that you have some suggestions for what to eat to improve your skin from the inside out, If you are also looking to try something new with your skincare routine, you’re in luck! 😃
We have a wide variety of skin care, body care, and other products instore and online.
Shop online in our face care section or our body care section. You can also come on by the store and check out what we have in stock…we would love to see you!
p.s. Just in case you are looking for a specific food, supplement, or any other wellness need, reach out to us here at 916-253-9276 and we would be happy to help you find exactly what you are looking for.
We are deeply committed to sharing our knowledge of health and therefore have carefully chosen the products we offer in our store. You’ll find only the highest quality brands and a large selection to choose from so you’re sure to find exactly what you need.
If you can’t make it into the store, we’re always happy to deliver it to you because your health and happiness are our #1 priority!
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