{"id":3261,"date":"2015-05-27T13:06:49","date_gmt":"2015-05-27T12:06:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ncchomelearning.co.uk\/blog\/?p=3261"},"modified":"2020-04-14T09:21:30","modified_gmt":"2020-04-14T08:21:30","slug":"best-foods-for-great-skin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ncchomelearning.co.uk\/blog\/best-foods-for-great-skin\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Foods for Great Skin"},"content":{"rendered":"
Although beauty products are getting more and more high-tech, all filled with the latest good-for-you ingredients, there\u2019s really no reason to spend a fortune on the latest high-end products.<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Although beauty products are getting more and more high-tech, all filled with the latest good-for-you ingredients, there\u2019s really no reason to spend a fortune on the latest high-end products. If healthy, great looking skin is what\u2019s important to you, then you should start perusing the aisles of your local supermarket more carefully in search of these top complexion cures.<\/p>\n

Chocolate<\/h2>\n

Funnily enough, chocolate\u2019s not all bad, in fact, it\u2019s not too bad at all. There have been several proven health benefits of this sweet snack, but one of the most favourable is definitely the effects it has on the skin.<\/p>\n

Dark chocolate contains a potent antioxidant called flavonols. Antioxidants are great at preventing cellular damage \u2013 the most common pathway for aging, cancer and a variety of other diseases \u2013 and battling against free radicals. To gain the maximum flavonol, you should be eating chocolate that\u2019s at least 70% cacao.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not just eating chocolate that\u2019s good for you though, applying cocoa butter or any other cocoa-containing treatment, topically can help to reduce any puffiness \u2013 you can thank caffeine for that one.<\/p>\n

Yogurt<\/h2>\n

Dairy in general is great for your skin. The protein contained in dairy products helps to firm the skin, making it resistant to lines. However, the proteins in Greek yogurt are around double that of regular yogurt and a lot of other dairy products, so eating a serving daily will keep your complexion smooth and youthful.<\/p>\n

Pomegranates<\/h2>\n

Another food packed full of antioxidants, this time though it\u2019s polyphenol antioxidants. Just like flavonols, these also help to fight free radicals as well as regulating the skin\u2019s blood flow. A pomegranate or a few glasses of its juice every day should help to eliminate fine lines and moisturise your skin. Alternatively, if you\u2019re not a fan of the taste, there are plenty of moisturisers out there that contain pomegranate extracts so you can reap the same benefits.<\/p>\n

Walnuts<\/h2>\n

Omega 3 is essential in improving and maintaining skin\u2019s elasticity, and walnuts contain a lot of these essential fatty acids. They\u2019re also full of copper which boosts collagen production \u2013 collagen is responsible for skin health and elasticity. So, snack on a handful of walnuts to feel the effects of improved skin texture and high levels of elasticity.<\/p>\n

Peppers<\/h2>\n

Studies have shown that women who eat yellow and green peppers tend to have fewer wrinkles, particularly around the eyes. The antioxidants found in orange and yellow vegetables (carotenoids) can also help to decrease your skin\u2019s sensitivity to the sun, which is great if you\u2019re prone to burning with even the highest factor of sunscreen.<\/p>\n

Sunflower seeds<\/h2>\n

These little seeds of goodness also protect your skin from the sun. The vitamin E that\u2019s packed inside helps to protect the top layers of your skin, in order to keep it youthful and supple. Again, there are plenty of products that make use of the essential fats contained in sunflower seeds, and they\u2019re particularly beneficial to body parts that are prone to drying out, like your heels and lips.<\/p>\n

Kidney beans<\/h2>\n

No one likes spots and one way to zap the zit is to ensure your zinc levels remain stable. Spots have been linked to low zinc levels, and considering kidney beans are high in zinc, they definitely deserve a place on our list.<\/p>\n

Green tea<\/h2>\n

Okay, so not technically a food, but this magic potion is a must drink for a beautiful complexion. Also exceptionally high in antioxidants, green tea helps fight inflammation and drinking just a single cup a day will reduce redness of the skin.<\/p>\n

If skin health is something that interests you and you\u2019d be interested in finding out more, check out our beauty therapy course<\/a><\/span> and open the door to a brand new career.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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