The Nutritionist Is Skin
Monday, March 7th, 2011
While some still exaggerate the first syllable of “diet”, more and more people are looking at healthier lifestyles as the norm rather than the alternative. Physicians are also taking a closer lok at the relationship between nutrition and their respective medical fields. When it comes to skin nourishment, for instance, we have always been taught to turn to foods that belong to the “glow” group. Research shows how much of a radiance-booster foods rich in Vitamin A are: Retinoids, a compound derived from Vitamin A, exert prominent effects on keratinizing the skin epithelia1,2 thereby giving the skin a youthful glow.
Other prescribed foods (whether for inside or outside goodness) are those with omega-3. Aside from competing and interfering with the pro-inflammatory components in the body, omega-3 may also increase the skin’s resistance to ultraviolet-induced Erythema.3 Being on the body’s essential fatty acids, omega-3 is greatly needed through diet to avoid unfavorable outcome on the skin when exposed to sun.
Nutrition isn’t just all for show either when it comes to skin care, it’s also true to touch. A study shows that the “natural moisturizing factor,” which consists mainly of amino acids from dietary protein, plays a role in skin hydration and acidity.4 Hydrating with water alone cannot support the general appearance of soft and smooth skin. Foods that are known to build muscles, moisturizes our skin as well. Imagine that!
So , the next time you consult your nutritionist check how to best incorporate skinfully good food. After all, your skin is what you eat!
