Six Skin-Saving Foods That You Can Spread on Toast
The chilly season is here, which brings the undesirable effects of cracked, dry, and blemished skin.
Expensive moisturizing products seem to be the answer, only to find that your dry skin is often replaced with blemishes and clogged pores.
In reality, topical products don’t provide the full solution. You need to “treat” your skin from the inside, providing essential nutrients for healthy tissues and the body’s ability to rid itself of toxins.
“You are what you eat” and your skin is no exception.
With the help of these healthy foods, you can say goodbye to the skin saga and embrace a healthy glow all year long.
Better yet, these foods can be easily integrated into your daily diet…by spreading them on a warm piece of whole-grain toast. Now, that’s a cold weather treat!
1. Avocados: Packed with essential oils as well as B vitamins, this yummy fruit helps nourish your skin both inside and out. This is particularly good to eat if you are experiencing blotchy or irritated skin. Spread 1/4 of an avocado on a piece of whole-grain toast, or add it to an omelet or a bowl of brown rice and beans.
2. Wheat Germ: This is a great cure for itchy or scaly skin as it is high in the B-vitamin biotin, which is essential for healthy skin. Mix 1 t. with low-fat cream cheese and spread on whole-grain toast. Or sprinkle on oatmeal, or add to a yogurt smoothie.
3. Almonds: These are a powerhouse food, and an extremely high source of vitamin E. The rich oils in vitamin E help to moisturize dry skin while the antioxidants help to ward off premature aging. Spread 1 T. of almond butter on whole-grain toast, snack on 12 almonds between meals, or add slivered almonds to a spinach salad.
4. Berries: Black, Red, Blue, it doesn’t matter! The berry family is known for it’s high levels of antioxidants which will help protect your skin from free radical damage and premature aging. Spread 2 t. of naturally sweetened berry jam on whole-grain toast, mix frozen berries into a smoothie, or relax into Warming Muesli with Blackberries.
6. Salmon: Infused with high levels of fatty acids, salmon is a yummy way to protect cell membranes. Strong membranes maintain more water which leads to softer, more moisturized skin. If you are not a fish fan, reach for flax seed oil or walnuts, both of which are high in Omega 3 fats. Layer lox on a piece of whole-grain toast, or layer toast with Udo’s 3-6-9 oil blend and a sliced cucumber.
7. Green Tea: The anti-inflammatory properties of green tea will help keep your skin from getting puffy and red. In addition, green tea helps protect cell membranes which maintains moisture and reduces the risk of skin cancer. Okay, you can’t spread green tea on toast, but you can enjoy a warm piece of whole-grain toast with a warm cup of tea for a pleasant morning or afternoon snack.
Make sure to add these skin-healthy foods to your grocery list every week and you’ll see big impact results right away. Enjoy!
