Blogmas Day 2. Healthy Eating (Part 1)

Skin can often be left looking dull in winter but by eating some of these super foods, you can bring back your summer glow. There can be many problems with your skin in the cold months but with a few changes to what you eat they can be gone forever!

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Problem:Eczema prone/dry skin
Solution: Eat more oily fish

They are full of essential fatty acids that help to reduce water loss in your skin meaning they help maintain moisture. Some fish (like salmon and mackerel) also have anti-inflammatory properties so your skin won't get sore because of eczema.
Recommended to eat 3 times a week.

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Problem:Dull/Tired skin
Solution: You need more Vitamin E and D

Many face creams include Vitamin E but one of the best ways to get it is by eating it. Experts say that yellow and orange fruits and vegetables, such as carrots, sweet potato, mango and peppers (orange and yellow ones) all contain carotenoids, antioxidants that the body converts to Vitamin E and nourish the layers of skin under the surface.
Also treat yourself to some blueberries, black berries and black grapes. These contain a pigment that has been found to strengthen collagen fibres, resulting in firmer, healthier and more radiant skin.
Recommended to eat 2 potions a day.

Usually we get 90% of our Vitamin D from the sunlight but now that the days are shorter and darker, the sun isn't out as much. Around 47% of us suffer with low energy levels during this time of year because of it. Tiredness can be reflected in your skin. It is so important to eat the right kinds of foods. To get Vitamin D you can eat oily fish (again), egg yolks, liver and wild mushrooms to increase the amount of Vitamin D you get.
Recommended to eat 1 every day.

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Come back tomorrow for part 2 with more winter skin problems and solutions.

Fiona xx