Superfoods for Gorgeous Skin

Hey Dolls! We are always looking for ways to improve our skin apperence. Its not just what we put on top of our skin but most importantly what goes into our bodies. Below I will give a brief discription of some SUPER foods that will help give you radiant glowing skin without it hurting your pockets. Lets look ....  

 

 

"BLUEBERRIES" The anioxidants in this berry protects you from premature aging which we all try to prevent. Blueberries were also ranked #1 antioxidant activity by the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to tons of friuts and veggies. By adding 1 cup of blueberries to your yogurt, cereal or even top off your waffles can help prevent premature aging.

 

 

 

"WILD SALMON" (not farm-raised) -- is one of the best food sources for omega-3 fatty acids, which helps keep your skin supple and moisturized. Also a great anti-inflamintory for people who are acne prone. Selenium, a mineral that protects the skin from sun exposure which salmon contains as well. By adding 2 servings of 3 ounces a week you can start to obtain clear glowing skin. Try it grilled, baked, in your pasta, with a salad, in sushi, or just with a side of asparagus.

 

 

 

"WALNUTS & ALMONDS" By eating a handful of these nuts will give you loads of vitamin E and omgea 3 fatty acids, which are awesome for smoother skin, brighter eyes, heathly hair, and stronger bones. Eating to much can cause weight gain so remember just a handful will do a day.

 

 

 

"Dark Chocolate" YES chocolate is a super beauty food that doesnt make you break out. Now the key to eating this wonderful piece of greatness is to keep in mind that the best kind of chocolate has a high flavanol content & should be at least 60 percent cacao. Dark chocolate helps skin to stay hydrated & protects from sun damage. So keeping a stash somewhere is high reccommended.

 

 

"SWEET POTATOES" This veggie is packed with beta-carotene, an antioxidant that helps fights aging. Try them baked, mashed, cut up in any salad, pasta or just as a snack.

 

 

"GRAPEFRUIT" The anti-oxidants in grapefruit will fight free radicals in the skin that can cause lines, wrinkles, discolorations and other blemishes that can make you look older than you are, this fruit can also be applied directly to the skin.  Grapefruit juice also has restorative properties that can help tone skin, even out skin color, and safely and gently cleanse skin. 1/2 of a grapefruit a day is reccommended.

 

 

 

These are just scratching the surface of some of the most powerful SUPERFOODS out there that are affordable, taste great, and will have you looking gorgeous!