Vegetables such as spinach, chard, broccoli and all those foods that contain chlorophyll, help us to stimulate the brightness of our skin.
Fruits like the berries , strawberries, oranges and in general those that are high in vitamin C, are loaded with antioxidants that help us look and feel younger.
The carrots and beet are foods that promote the processes of pigmentation in our skin, helping us to keep our cheeks colored and affirming vitamin D in our body.
The seeds as ] chia and sunflower are excellent alternatives to give your body natural oils and maintain the freshness on your face.
The onion is rich in potassium, oils, calcium, silicon , phosphorus and iron . It is ideal to help dissolve mucus or toxins in the intestine that prevent the proper absorption of nutrients, which causes the skin, nails and hair to look weak and lifeless. Eating raw onion is an excellent remedy to maintain a firm, young and beautiful complexion.
The pepper contains silicon and fluoride, ideal for the health of nails, skin and hair. You can mix a piece of pepper with the fresh juice of the carrot.
The extra virgin olive oil is rich in vitamin E and essential oils to nourish the skin, exerts a protective effect on the skin. The nourishes, repairs, has an antioxidant effect on the cell membrane; it combats premature wear of the skin and regenerates and repairs it.
Apples contain amino acids and arginine, necessary for muscle growth and tissue repair. Rich in acids: linoleic, malic, oleic, palmitic and caffeic, it contains calcium, iron, magnesium, nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium. They are excellent for nourishing the skin and keeping it in very good condition.
Oilseeds: the sesame the walnuts the pistachios sunflower seeds pumpkin almonds etc. They are in the oilseed group. These foods are rich in natural fats (mono and polyunsaturated), rich in vitamin E, ideal for the reconstruction and health of the tissues.
Equally, it is important to consume liquids to keep the skin hydrated: water, natural juices, coconut water.
Among those foods that we must keep away are those containing processed sugar or artificial sweeteners.