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7 Foods That Beautify Human Skin

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Yes, cosmetics like beauty products help our skin look and feel good, but isn't it better if we'll get such benefits by eating healthy foods instead?

Students at the University of Pennsylvania presented on their persuasive essay writing the benefits and good effect of natural or organic products on skin and compared it with over-the-counter cosmetics. Check their college website for further details.

Meanwhile, below are some of the foods that are proven to be beneficial to our skin.


Milk, a rich source of vitamin A and proteins that aids the growth of healthy skin cells.


Green tea contains a higher concentration of polyphenols compound which has the ability to fight-off related issues including skin allergies and acne.

Papaya, a fruit that is rich in nutrients (vitamin C, flavonoids and carotenes) and special enzymes. It can also rejuvenate facial skin, thus widely use by different cosmetic manufacturing industries.



Mushroom, a rich source of riboflavin which helps in the regeneration of tissue and repairs damage cells.

Almonds, a rich source of vitamin E that keeps your skin's moisture and wrinkle free.



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Can I Also Have a Perfect Skin?

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The probability of having a natural perfect skin is very possible, but it requires discipline and a lot of your attention.

Below are some of the tips and tricks you could easily apply and follow at a regular basis to maintain the radiance of that healthy beautiful skin.

Be mindful of your skin's exposure to harmful bacterias.
You may not notice it much but your skin is often in contact with harmful bacterias like germs that damage your skin. You get in contact with dirt through dirty makeup brushes you use on your face and your pillow with spots of saliva, skin oils and hair dandruffs. To reduce your skin's contact with germs, make it a point to regularly change your pillow and wash your makeup tools.

Clean your skin properly.
A person with an oily skin tends to over-clean himself so to remove the oil and bacteria, unknowingly causing skin to dry out and leads to clog pores. Best to do is to wash it two times a day with water and a PH nuetral cleanser. Doing this will not only remove bacteria, but will help retain skin moisture.


Eat balance diet.
"You are what you eat," they say. The saying is true. Whatever you consume reflects on the outside. Therefore, you should watch what you eat and with balance for you to have that beautiful looking skin. A simple tip, go for organic foods like fruits , vegetables and foods high in  omega-3 fatty acids and less on canned or preservative foods. 

Drink spearmint tea.
Study shows that drinking spearmint tea helps on addressing the hormonal imbalance most women experience. This result is due to the noted anti-androgen properties found in spearmint tea, which will be an aid on preventing acne growth and related skin problems. 

Learn to manage stress.
Dermatologists mentioned that too much stress in a person, especially on women, can cause or worsen skin problems like acne. Stress tends to stimulate production of oil that may clog pores that leads to different skin problems. Thus, regular physical activities, resting or being engaged in a hobby is highly recommended to deal with stress. Doing so would be beneficial on keeping your skin clear and spot-free. 



Source of references:

http://en.wikipedia.org/
http://www.a-writer.com/
http://www.istockphoto.com/




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How to Handle Stretch Marks After Pregnancy

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One of the after pregnancy dilemma women have is the appearance of an off-color hue in the different parts of their body, known as "stretch marks." These marks are said to be the result of the abrupt stretching of the skin related to the instant growth or rapid weight loss. Affected are not only those who gaved birth to a child, but those related with weight gain, genetic influence and puberty.

Since having stretch marks is a known concern of women, a number of studies have been made to address this issue.

Studies showed that radiotherapy, lazer treatment, and over-the-counter creams and oils can be an aid to this dilemma. Yes, these suggested solutions work, but they don't completely remove stretch marks. It will fade over time though.



But there are some ways to prevent having stretch marks on your body, so read on.

Use skin moisturizer
Using moisturizer keeps your skin more hydrated and more pliable. And when your skin is stretched, going back to its original form will be more receptive.

Mind your diet
Rapid weight loss or weight gain is not highly suggested. Such change will reflect on your skin, like having stretch marks. Therefore, opt for a healthy lifestyle, especially when it comes to food.

Treat the marks on its early stage
As stretch marks started showing on red or purple colors, treat it! Apply vitamin C together with products that contains retinoids or glycolic acid. It will result to higher production of collagen which can be responsible for strengthening the skin and its elasticity.


Source of references:
http://www.stretchmarks.org/
http://www.a-writer.com/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stretch_marks
http://www.istockphoto.com/

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