So, I recently did a video on YT about this and thought I would put all the information I found in one post that would be available to everyone.
One thing you want to include in your diet which benefits BOTH hair and skin is fish. Fish contains fatty acids which is good for your hair because thats what brings in the shine and keeps it in and protein which feeds into the protein thats already in your hair. It also slows down hair fallout. Fatty acids are a necessity for skin cell function and create a protective barrier on your skin and give you a nice and healthy glow. That barrier keeps in moisture which makes skin look young and healthy. Lack of fatty acids can result in cracked skin, thick skin patches and eczema. One common fatty acid is Omega-3. You can find many products now a days which claim they contain Omega-3, so keep a look out for those. Any product that contains it is a good thing. Fish is high in protein and Omega-3.
Now, for those of you that are not fond of fish, you can always use a supplement. Flax seed Oil and Fish Oil both contain Omega-3 and make great supplements. You can just add a couple of drops to any food and you're good to go. I have never tried it because I like fish, so I'm not sure what it tastes like, if theres even a taste at all. Omega-3 is also essential in stronger and healthier nails!
Other supplements of Omega-3 are walnuts, pumpkin seeds, olive oil, cabbage, broccoli, kidney beans, squash and soybeans. For those of you that like fish; salmon, sardines, mackerel, herring and trout fish are great sources of Omega-3.
You really are what you eat!
Skin:
Skin absorbs what you eat and uses it for or against your skin. Eating the right and healthy foods plays in your favor FOR your skin. When you eat healthy foods, your skin will mirror that and provide you with a natural and healthy glow. Not eating also shows making your skin look old and dry. So, if you intend in starving yourself to death to lose weight, well, yeah you may eventually lose that weight and your figure may slim down, but your skin will over time diminish and eventually play against you. No one wants to caress their loved one and see flakes of skin fall off or be with someone that looks 60 when their really in their 40's. No it won't show right away but after some years of mistreating your body, your body will return the "favor."
So do yourself a favor, as well as your body and maintain a balanced diet. When eating dairy products, stick with low in fat dairy. Healthy skin is based on many vitamins and minerals, one of them being Vitamin A. Low fat dairy products are high and rich in Vit A. Try low fat yogurt. Not only is it high and rich in Vit A but also acidophiles. Acidophiles is known as the "live" bacteria in your body which is good for intestinal health. Like what I've been trying to say, anything you put in your body reflects the outside of your body.
You also want foods high in antioxidants. Blueberries, strawberries, blackberries and plums contain just that. Why is it that you want foods high in antioxidants, well, for those of you that sun bathe or go to tanning beds, it will protect your skins cells. So for those of you that can't seem to stay away from the UV Rays, antioxidants may slow down the aging and skin cancer process that those harmful UV's do to you. You can also add artichokes, beans (pinto, black and red), pecans and prunes which also contain a good amount of antioxidants.
Oils are also good for your skin. Oils to look for are extra virgin, cold pressed or expeller pressed. Try to get about 2 tablespoons a day.
Whole wheat, muffins, cereal, tuna, turkey and brazil nuts contain a mineral called selenium. Selenium is essential and important in maintaining healthy skin cells. Healthy skin cells help in lowering your risk for cancer. Minerals such as selenium, copper along with Vitamin A & E prevent the cell in your skin that forms sunburns! Whole grains also affect the insulin levels that cause acne break outs.
Green Tea!! I LOVE tea of all kinds, but can't get enough of green tea. Not only does it contain antioxidants, but it also contains anti-inflammatory properties that protect cell membrane which reduce and can even prevent the risk of skin cancer. Whether you apply green tea directly to your skin or drink it, you greatly reduce the damage from the UV rays.
I saved the most important thing for last.... WATER!!! It's vital that your drink 6-8 8oz glasses a day. Water hydrates your body so your skin is less likely to dry up and maintain moisture. It also cleanses your body of all the nasty ickiness that you put into it. Some people may think filtered water is better for you but its not (except for those of you with well or reserved water like me). When you filter water, your taking out all the natural minerals that is in water that feeds into your skin that helps cells move nutrients that keep bad toxins out.
Also, some think bottled water is bad for you because bottled water contains products it should not or its just tap water.... WRONG! Bottled water is water from the community that the company plant is located at. It is filtered using a process called reverse osmosis which purifies the water. Once purified, it is then enhanced with minerals for a pure fresh taste. I know this because I work for a bottling company that bottles water. So no I'm not pulling info out my rear just because of something I read.
HAIR
What you put into your body also has a great affect on your hair. For example, a lack of fatty acids cause hair to become dry and brittle, breaking easily. Adding fatty acids to your diet will bring back strength and shine. Water helps maintain the moisture in your hair as well.
A lack of whole grains, leafy green veggies, nuts, dairy and eggs help fight against oily hair. Oily hair is due to a lack of Vitamin B. Add some vitamin B into your diet and you can start saying bye bye to oily hair. No it will not make your hair dry, but it will bring in the right amount of moisture to keep it healthy. Also, stay away from greasy foods like fast food and fried foods. All those oils do not help out.
Red meat, eggs, legumes, wholegrain, dried fruit and green leafy veggies are rich in iron and Vitamin E. Thin hair is a result of iron deficiency and a lack of Vit E.
High protein foods such as red meat, eggs, cheese, seeds and nuts reinforce hair follicles to prevent hair fall out.
If you have thyroid issues like my sister, eat foods rich in iodine like seafood and kelp. That helps out to decrease the thinning process and build stronger, fuller hair.
Since hair is mainly made up of protein, you want a healthy high in protein diet with vitamins A, B, C, E and K.
Vitamin A - Carrots, sweet potatoes, squash, broccoli, cantaloupe and apricots.
Vitamin B - Green vegetables, beans, sunflower seeds, nuts and peas.
Vitamin C - Citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, limes, melons and berries.
Vitamin E - Avocados, rice bran, nuts, dark green vegetables, legumes and whole grains.
Vitamin K - Seafood, dairy, figs, asparagus, broccoli, lettuce, brussel sprouts, cabbage, dark green leafy vegetables, oatmeal, soybeans, wheat, yogurt, egg yolks and liver.
HOPE THIS HELPS!!!
Peace!
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