But did you know thatyour dietalso impacts skin’s appearance?
“Examples include hot dogs, bacon, and pepperoni.”
“This is because fattier cuts of meat are associated with high concentrations of insulin growth factor.
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Instead of fatty meats, Dr. Green suggests consuming leaner proteins.
For more, seeThe Best Forms of Lean Protein you might Eat.
“Interestingly, it seems that low fat/skim milk causes more acne breakouts than regular milk.
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The cause can be the higher sugar content in low-fat dairy.”
“Whey protein has been shown to increase acne breakouts,” she says.
“Whey protein-based shakes can increase androgen production and this mimics testosterone.
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If you need a substitute, try theseVegan Protein Powders for Your Muscle-Building Needs.
“Collagen keeps the skin youthful, supple, and firm.
When collagen production decreases, there’s less resistance to wrinkles and skin may become lined.”
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Instead, fill your diet with these10 Foods Are Better Than Collagen Supplements.
Pretzels
Due to their high sodium content, pretzels can wreak havoc on your skin.
Foods that can contain artificial sweeteners include everything from candy to ice cream to even some instant oatmeals.
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Instead, the collagen becomes rigid and fractures, weakening with the foundation of the skin.”
“Instead of white bread, stick to whole-grain bread.”
“Sugar triggers elevation of insulin levels causing inflammation and free radical damage.
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Elevated glucose in the blood also damages our small blood vessels contributing to microvascular disease.”
Aging skin shows wrinkles and brown spots.
You may be surprised that foods with hidden sugars contribute to wrinkling.
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Avoid white bread and white sugar.
It is the chronic consumption that leads to prematurely aging skin.”
Instead, replace it withthe best store-bought breadsfor every health goal.
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