Posted by Alicia Jackman on November 29, 2018

If your diet is lacking in vitamins and nutrients, it will reflect on your health and appearance in the form of disease, malaise, inflammation and an undesirable appearance.

The poor western diet, high in sugars, high-glycemic carbohydrates like rice, pasta, potatoes and processed foods and polyunsaturated fats is a common cause of heart disease, obesity, diabetes, cancer, autoimmune diseases and osteoporosis.

Just as your diet can wreck your health, it can also wreck your appearance, causing all kinds of skin issues such as acne, eczema, premature ageing, oily, dry, sagging and dull skin, eye bags and so on.

What no other beauty company will dare to admit is that skincare is LAST in order of importance when it comes to achieving the perfect complexion.

Our overall health and appearance is nearly entirely dependent on the foods that we eat.

Nutrition is a major weapon in your battle against inflammation, which causes the common western diseases, premature aging and an undesirable appearance.

Having a well-balanced, varied diet consistent of real food like vegetables, meats and healthy grains is your ticket to a healthy body and glowing skin. Yes, that means carbs, fats and protein!

We’ve put together a comprehensive guide of dietary do’s and don’ts to stop “inflammageing” in its tracks and achieve maximum health and beauty from the inside out.

Cut out sugar & high-glycemic carbohydrates

Sugar is the source of all nutritional evil. Sugar and high-glycemic carbohydrates-fruits and vegetables that rapidly convert to sugar – create inflammation in the cells that make-up your entire body.

Foods high on the glycemic index are proven to accelerate aging in your body and take a terrible toll on your skin. Blood sugar reacts with minerals in our body creating free-radicals, that destroy our bodies and consequently lead to clogged arteries and heart disease.

A diet high in pasta, cereals, breads, rice, rice cakes, potatoes, sweets, desserts and juices can actually lead to heart disease, cause premature aging, wrinkle formation, acne and oily skin.

To retain your health, youthful appearance and clear skin, you must 

Say no to: 

  • Refined sugar & table sugar
  • Maple syrup
  • Honey and molasses
  • Sugary & fizzy drinks
  • Fruit juice
  • Cakes, biscuits, white bread, pasta, white rice, white potatoes 

Sugar acts like a drug, effecting your mood, emotions and physical state, so eliminating sugar may be a hard task, but once you get over the initial sugar detox, you will no longer crave sugary foods.

The glycemic index is a ranking of carbohydrate foods based on how they effect blood glucose levels. Familiarize yourself with the glycemic index and avoid foods that score high on the scale. Combining foods with different ratings effects the over glycemic rating of your meal and how it effects your body, so look at your meal as a whole.

Increase Healthy Fats & Protein Consumption

Fats and oils provide essential anti-inflammatory and antioxidant protection. Omega-3 fatty acids are famous for their heart-protective effects and can lower blood pressure, decrease blood clots and lower the risk of colon, breast and prostate cancers. 

A lack of healthy fats in your diet can hamper wound healing and make you more susceptible to infection. It can also lead to dehydration, the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, hair loss and brittle nails.

A diet high in Omega-3 fatty acids bolsters the skin barrier and reduces overall skin inflammation. It can boost skin radiance, improve hydration and plumpness, as well as improve skin elasticity and texture.

Not all fats are created equal. Saturated fats found in red meat and vegetable oils are harmful and their consumption should be limited.

Good vs Evil Fats

Say No To: 

Saturated & Trans Fats – limit consumption

  • Beef
  • Pork
  • Veal
  • Lamb
  • Corn Oil
  • Safflower Oil
  • Canola Oil

Say Yes To:

Polyunsaturated & Monosaturated Fats

The best source of healthy Omega-3 fats is fish, however, vegetarian sources are also available.

  • Salmon
  • Mackerel
  • Tuna
  • Sablefish
  • Herring
  • Olive Oil
  • Flaxseeds
  • Chia Seed
  • Hemp Seeds
  • Walnuts
  • Almonds
  • Brazil Nuts
  • Avocado