What foods should I eat to help me get a clearer skin?

Good nutrition goes hand in hand with having healthy skin, limit your intake of refined carbohydrates and unhealthy fats while simultaneously improving your diet and you’ll be making great progress.

You’ll need to nourish yourself from the inside out to help keep your skin cells healthy and supple.

Remember to drink more water, (herbal teas and soups count too). Low humidity in winter or air-conditioning can dry the skin.

Skin cells also require a good balance of essential omega oils to remain smooth and inflammation free. The best sources of healthy omega 3 are fish, walnuts, flaxseed oil and omega 3 supplements.

In addition, increase your intake of antioxidant rich food and take a multivitamin that provides Vitamin D, C, Zinc and Beta-carotene.

Vitamin C is an antioxidant that participates in the production of collagen, that’s why it’s a popular addition to many skincare products.

Increasing your intake of seasonal fruits and vegetables will help boost antioxidants and vitamins that are essential for your skin health.

Exfoliate gently and moisturise with natural oils, you should notice an improvement within a few weeks.

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