7 Fruits that Will Make Your Skin Glow

We all know that what we eat can significantly affect our skin. In fact, research has shown that eating a poor diet is just as bad for your skin as smoking cigarettes.

Why?

Because a poor diet can cause inflammation, triggering oxidative stress that damages collagen and elastin. Some of the worst foods you can eat include those that are high in sodium, sugar, and simple carbohydrates. This means candy, potato chips, soda, and fast food.

If you really want to make your skin glow, you should load up on lots of fresh fruits and vegetables. Certain fruits can actually prevent your skin from prematurely aging, and they can even fend off acne.

Eat Five or More Servings a Day for Gorgeous Skin

So which fruits should you be eating more of? Here are our top picks:

1. Blueberries

Blueberries are jam packed with antioxidants that help fight the signs of aging. They’re rich in vitamin C, which promotes collagen production. Blueberries also contain compounds called anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants that shield the skin against harmful free radicals that can damage the collagen that keeps your skin firm. Blueberries are bursting with loads more antioxidants that help prevent premature aging. Try mixing a cup of blueberries with your morning yogurt to get a healthy dose of this powerful fountain of youth.

2. Kiwis

Did you know that kiwis are the leading source of vitamin C? And vitamin C is essential for collagen production, which helps skin to stay youthful looking and firm. Vitamin C also helps to protect and rejuvenate skin. Furthermore, kiwis are filled with vitamin E, another antioxidant that can help you achieve great skin by fighting against the formation of free radicals. And when applied to your face, kiwis can even help reduce puffiness and darkening around your eyes.

3. Oranges

Oranges offer lots of benefits that can improve your skin. Oranges are not only packed with vitamin C, they also contain vitamins A and b1, folate, potassium, and calcium. Oranges are also rich in antioxidants, which help prevent free radicals and toxins from oxidizing. Because of all the vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants found in oranges, oranges may help reduce acne breakouts, speed the healing of wounds, and prevent scarring. So start drinking your OJ in the morning!

4. Bananas

Bananas contain nutrients that are essential for skin health. They’re abundant in potassium, which helps to reduce puffiness and inflammation. Bananas are also full of vitamins C and B6, both of which play crucial roles in maintaining the integrity and elasticity of the skin. Moreover, powerful antioxidants and manganese present in bananas protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals, which we all know leads to premature aging. So eat a banana or two with your breakfast cereal!

5. Pomegranates

Pomegranates are packed with polyphenol antioxidants that fight free radicals and regulate skin’s blood flow. Pomegranates are also anti-inflammatory and high in essential fatty acids, which aid in skin regeneration, and they also have a high vitamin C content. Vitamin C is essential for collagen production, which guards against premature aging. The juice contained in pomegranate seeds is very hydrating, nourishing and moisturizes the skin with micronutrients and phytochemicals. Try mixing some pomegranate juice with mineral water for a refreshing beverage.

6. Pineapples

Pineapples are loaded with vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, and C, manganese, copper, potassium, beta-carotene, potassium and folic acid. Because pineapples contain so many nutrients, they are one of the best sources of antioxidants available. Antioxidants not only help protect the skin against damage caused by free radicals, but they also rejuvenate the skin, stimulating collagen and elastin production. The antioxidants found in pineapples also even out skin tone, prevent inflammation, and reduce acne. Try adding some pineapple to your morning smoothie!

7. Grapes

There are several different varieties of grapes, and all of them are great for your skin! Loaded with phytochemicals and phytonutrients, grapes possess antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. They’re also abundant in vitamin C, which helps stimulate collagen and elastin production. Grapes not only reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, they’re also great for reducing acne and dark spots as well as toning the skin. You can even rub your skin with grapes in addition to eating them! Grapes make wonderful snacks, especially when paired with almonds.

Eat Fruit, and Then Complement Your Healthy Lifestyle with Skin Treatments

If eating more fruits isn’t enough to help you look younger, then there are two innovative med spa treatments that can help you turn back the clock – Botox and Juvéderm.

Botox

A healthy diet combined with regular Botox treatments will make you look fabulous in no time.

Botox is a revolutionary prescription medication that improves moderate to severe frown lines, forehead furrows, smoker’s lines and crow’s feet. Botox is a great alternative to invasive cosmetic procedures. It’s quick, painless, and seldom causes side effects.

Botox is a neurotoxin and works by attaching itself to nerve endings. Once this happens, the neurotransmitter responsible for triggering muscle contractions, called acetylcholine, can’t be released. To put it more simply, Botox injections temporarily relax the facial muscles that underlie and cause wrinkles. This is also why wrinkles caused by sun damage and gravity don’t respond to Botox

Botox offers real, noticeable results. Since Botox works by weakening facial muscles, full results are generally seen within five to seven days. You’ll see deep dynamic wrinkles gradually improve over time, in addition to the early effects seen shortly after treatment. Your results will continue to improve, until about two weeks after the procedure. At that time, you’ll be looking your best. The effects of Botox will gradually wear off over the next four to six months, and the wrinkles will need to be retreated.

Juvéderm

Fight the worst effects of aging with this amazingly effective dermal filler.

Juvéderm is a revolutionary dermal filler that instantly banishes wrinkles around the mouth and nose. With just one treatment you’ll get natural looking results that last up to one year.

Juvéderm reverses the aging process. How? Juvéderm is comprised of a smooth hyaluronic acid gel that, when injected into the skin, smooths wrinkles and folds. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring molecule found in the human body, and its primary function is to bind and absorb water, creating volume in the face. During the natural aging process, hyaluronic acid found in the body diminishes. The result? Those annoying lines and folds. Juvéderm corrects this by restoring hyaluronic acid in the skin, helping to diminish the appearance of wrinkles and folds.

Juvéderm produces immediate results, and these results continue to improve for one to two weeks as Juvéderm softens and draws moisture into the area. And you can expect these results to last up to 12 months. In fact, Juvéderm is proud to be the only FDA-approved hyaluronic acid filler to last up to one year with only one treatment.

A Healthy, Fruit-Filled Diet + LaserAway = A More Fabulous You

It’s important to combine a healthy diet with an effective med spa package. And LaserAway offers some of the most effective treatments in the nation.

That’s right, LaserAway is proud to offer the most medical spa service options of any national skincare provider. LaserAway hires only the most highly trained staff experienced and certified in administering laser and other dermatological procedures. What’s more, LaserAway uses only innovative techniques and cutting-edge laser technology. LaserAway aims to make your medical spa experience comfortable, enjoyable and satisfying. Want to learn more about Juvéderm? Then schedule a free, no obligation consultation today by emailing LaserAway.net or calling the staff at LaserAway at (888) 965-2737. LaserAway looks forward to helping you live a healthier, more beautiful life.