Eat your way to great skin
Posted on Nov 09 in Featured, Featured Article, QV Body, QV Face, Skincareby QV SkincarePrint
Want to improve the overall appearance and health of your body? We asked dietitian Kathleen Alleaume
of The Right Balance consultancy for her top tips.
You need: Anti-oxidants, such as vitamins A, C and E.
Why? They aid skin repair and help to create a denser, more cushioned appearance.
Found in: Fruit and vegetables, including berries, oranges, red grapes, raisins, tomatoes,
dark green leafy vegetables, broccoli, beetroot, red capsicum and carrots.
You need: Mineral zinc.
Why? It helps to maintain collagen and elastin fibres that give your skin its firmness.
Found in: High-protein foods, including meats, beans, legumes, seeds and wholegrain cereals.
You need: Good fats and oils, like omega-3 and omega-6.
Why? To repair the structure of your skin and assist in keeping it supple and hydrated.
Found in: Fish, like trout and salmon, avocado and raw nuts.
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