Your skin is the largest organ of your body. It makes sense that what you put into your body shows itself in your skin. Nature gives us everything we need to nourish and support our bodies. Of course, it’s up to you to ensure that you eat a well-balanced diet that contains all the nutrients your body and skin need to be healthy. Here are the ingredients your food must-have for optimal skin health.

Phytoceramides

Phytoceramides are molecular substances that exist in natural plants, such as wheat and rice. These are so potent for ski rejuvenation that many premium skin care creams contain this substance. Ceramides are a lipid that makes a physical barrier on the skin, ensuring that the skin retains its natural moisture balance. You can get naturally occurring phytoceramides in foods like bread, pasta, rice, and other grains.

Beta-Glucan

You’ve probably never heard of beta-glucan, but it’s certain that you’ve ingested it before. Beta-glucan is a nutrient that is found in abundance in oats, mushrooms and baker’s yeast. Eating a diet that is rich in oatmeal, mushrooms of all variety and bread will ensure that you get enough of this skin-healthy nutrient. Beta-glucan helps to lock in skin’s hydration, keeping it from drying out and developing wrinkles. In fact, beta-glucans also stimulate the connective tissue cells that produce collagen. Regularly consuming foods containing these nutrients can also help keep skin elastic and looking youthful.

Borage Oil

Borage oil is well-known for its skin benefits. Research has proven that borage oil has very potent anti-inflammatory properties, due to it having the gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) compound. Borage is actually an herb with tiny leaves that you can grow in your backyard. It’s good to use borage in your cooking as much as possible. But to get the precious oil, you need to take a borage oil supplement. That’s the best way to get the most skin benefits from borage.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is well-known for its help with getting over colds sooner. But did you know that this vitamin is also instrumental in skin care? Vitamin C supports skin’s moisture retention, helps in the production of collagen and can improve the skin’s tone and texture over time.
There are lots of quality supplements that support healthy skin. To learn more about which ones your skin could most benefit from, contact us today.

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