Download - Healthy skin and Diet
Protection to physical trauma, biological, chemical agents and UV radiation
Prevents water loss
Thermoregulation (regulates body
temperature to heat & cold)
Excretory function – sweat
Sensory information
Expression
Vitamin D synthesis
Main part of external beauty
Largest organ of the body ~ 16% of the body weight
Wrinkles
Age spots
Dryness
Skin becomes thinner and loses fat
Susceptible to damage or take long to heal
sagging skin
Chronological aging
• As age increases • Begins at mid 20s
Allergies to plants and other substances
Climate
Clothing
Exposures to industrial and household chemicals
Indoor heating
Other causes of skin changes
Conditions including:
Blood vessel diseases
Diabetes
Nutritional deficiencies
Obesity
Reactions to medications
Stress
Hormonal changes
Reduce effect of
sun damage
Vitamin C rich Fruits and vegetables
Vitamin E rich foods
Vitamin A rich Fruits and vegetables
Two Macronutrients for Skin
Protein
Cell generation and repair
Fats & Oils
Almonds, Ghee, Walnut, Flax seeds, Safflower oil etc.
Zinc : for healthy Skin
• Wound healing
• Mild astringent – dry skin, itching, rash, diaper rash
• Prevention of acne
• Used in the treatment of dermatitis.
Vegetable sources: Cauliflower, Cucumber, Tomato, Peas, Lettuc
e, Radish
Fruits:Banana, Blackberry, Olives, Peaches, Strawb
erry
Nuts & Oil Seeds:Almond, Cashew, Peanut, W
alnut, Pumpkin seeds, Sunflower seeds,
Milk & milk products
Selenium potent antioxidant
Acne & Foods
Caffeine: increase Hormone productionSources; Coffee, Tea, Cola drink, Chocolate
Refined CHO & Sugar:Insulin secretion and hormonal activity
Dairy & meat Products:Individual sensitivity
Nuts: Almonds, peanuts, Walnut
Tuna: high mercury levels
Exercise & Skin Health
•Reduces Acne: improves blood circulation
• Distressing
• Improved Hormonal balance
•Detoxify
Healthy Skin Diet tips
Hydrate your self through out the day
Swap your carbohydrates
Trade in your fats
Criticize your diet
keep strings and peels
Look after protein intake