Eat this, not THAT for great skin!

YES TO NUTS, FISH AND SEEDS. As we age, our skin becomes thinner and can become more prone to dryness. Essential fatty acids are needed in order for our skin to remain supple and moisturized from the inside out.  Omega 3s are often lacking in our diets so it's a good idea include plenty of oily fish like salmon and tuna, unroasted nuts and seeds (especially linseed and flaxseed) in your diet for a healthy boost.

SAY NO TO BOOZE . Alcohol increases the production of free radicals, which causes damage to cells and speeds up the ageing process. It also promotes dehydration and has a negative effect on how our body absorbs, stores, uses and excretes nutrients – including those vital for skin health. Excess alcohol can also cause unattractive broken blood vessels (capillaries) on the face…ewwww. 

EAT A RAINBOW. Brightly coloured fruit and vegetables contain phytonutrients - plant nutrients that act as antioxidants and have been shown to directly protect skin cells from free radical damage. Brightly colored fruit and vegetables contain phytonutrients - plant nutrients that act as antioxidants and have been shown to directly protect skin cells from free radical damage. Think broccoli, blueberries, lemons, peppers and oranges.

DITCH FOODS THAT CAUSE INFLAMMATION. Certain foods like processed meats can increase inflammation and have a significant impact on how we age. There are other foods can that increase inflammation, including refined carbohydrates such as white bread, white rice and other white flour products. More on the list are sugar and anything high in sugar, fried food, processed meat, trans fats and excess omega 6, MSG and alcohol.

... AND EMBRACE ANTI-INFLAMMATORY INGREDIENTS. Specific foods known for their anti-inflammatory properties include spices such as turmeric and ginger. Broccoli also contains anti-inflammatory phytonutrients, such as sulforaphane. Wild salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids -a powerful anti-inflammatory. 

I'll wrap up our week tomorrow with more great skin do's and don'ts!

(credit: Alice Johnston sourcing Kim Pearson For Mailonline https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/food/article-3695870/The-surprising-foods-wrinkles.html#ixzz4H2QQkxbx )