A 1-day menu for healthy skin

A 1-day menu for healthy skin

Skin Ailments
May 29, 2021

In the pursuit of smooth and glowing skin, we usually prioritize what we put on the skin. But do you know you can also help your skin from within?

The skin is the largest organ of the human body. And like our organs, nutrition and diet have a big impact on our overall skin health and function.

Since the diet is one of the main factors that affect your skin’s appearance, we have put together a 1-day menu with foods known to make your skin smile.

A 1-day menu for healthy skin

#1 Breakfast: Avocado toast topped with cherry tomatoes and spinach

For the first meal of the day, eat the rainbow by incorporating avocado, spinach, and tomato.

Instructions

  1. Toast two slices of your preferred bread.
  2. Mash half an avocado and spread it on the slices.
  3. Add salt and pepper.
  4. Add a layer of spinach.
  5. Chop a handful of cherry tomatoes in half and add on top of the spinach.

Benefits:

  • Spinach: It has anti-aging copper which helps in the production of collagen; the protein that gives skin its structure.
  • Avocado: With plenty of antioxidants and vitamins C and E, avocados have been shown to help protect against skin aging and UV-induced skin damage.
  • Tomato: Like avocados, tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamin C. Tomatoes are also rich in carotenoids, which have been proven to help in the prevention of sun-related skin damage and skin wrinkling.

#2 Beverages: Matcha (Hot or iced) 

Matcha is a great way to energize the body and boost your skin health at the same time.

Instructions

  1. Place 1½ heaping tablespoon matcha green tea powder and sugar (optional) into a mug.
  2. Add warm water and mix with a spoon or with a whisk until it turns into a dark green paste with no lumps.
  3. Warm milk in a saucepan and pour into the mug until nearly full. Use cold milk for an iced latte.
  4. Use a whisk to mix the paste and milk until smooth and it turns to a light green color.

Benefits:

Green tea is a powerful source of antioxidants that protects the skin from both aging and damage.

#3 Lunch: Salmon salad

Consider a healthy fat-packed salad with salmon (fatty fish) for a healthy lunch.

Ingredients:

  • Kale
  • Salmon
  • Nuts or seeds
  • An olive oil vinaigrette

Benefits:

  • Salmon, seeds, nuts and olive oil are high in omega-3 fatty acids which benefit the skin’s moisture, suppleness and thickness. They also reduce skin inflammation, redness and acne.
  • Kale is rich in antioxidants and vitamin A, both of which promote skin health.
  • Almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds and olive oil are packed with nutrients that boost skin health such as vitamin E, antioxidants and essential fatty acids.

#4 Snacks: Snack on fruit

Fruits that are packed with nutrients are very beneficial for overall skin wellness. Include berries (antioxidants), citrus (vitamin C) and red grapes (resveratrol) in your fruit bowl.

#5 Dinner: Whip up a stir-fry for dinner

Stir-fries are a very easy and delicious way to get in a big serving of veggies.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup of long-grain white rice
  • 1 red onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, grated or minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 head of broccoli, chopped
  • 1/2 cup of tofu, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

  1. Make a pot of rice.
  2. Heat a pan with 1 tablespoon of olive oil until hot.
  3. Add tofu, cook until brown. Roughly 3 minutes on each side.
  4. Remove tofu and put it on a plate.
  5. Add the rest of the olive oil to the pan.
  6. Sautee onions until translucent, around 5 minutes.
  7. Add bell pepper, garlic and broccoli; cook them for 10 minutes approx. (until veggies are tender).
  8. Top it with basic teriyaki sauce.

Benefits:

  • Broccoli protects the skin from oxidative damage; it contains vitamins and minerals important for skin health, including zinc, vitamin A, and vitamin C.
  • Bell peppers are an excellent source of beta carotene and vitamin C.
  • Tofu can be very helpful to skin health in older or postmenopausal women.
  • Soy helps to reduce wrinkles, promote moisture, improve skin elasticity and increase collagen.

#6 Dessert: End on a sweet note with dark chocolate

Don’t skip dessert! End this skin-boosting menu with dark chocolate.

Benefits:

Since dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants, it can have some remarkable benefits for the skin. It promotes blood flow, more hydration and reduced wrinkles.

Also read: https://www.drbatras.com/all-skin-condition

Homeopathy for a healthy skin

Acne, freckles, pigmentation, skin discoloration, acne scars, open pores and skin damaged by harmful UV rays are common problems that prevent your skin from being healthy and supple. Homeopathy works wonders in improving the skin’s texture; making it look clearer and healthier. The homeopathic skin treatment also remove spots, scars and make the skin tone even. It is a safe option (like a healthy diet) for treating skin conditions and make skin healthy without any side-effects. Homeopathy does not suppress skin problems with local ointments or applicators but treats its root cause.

According to a case report published in the Journal of Complementary Medicine Research, 2 cases of severe acne were treated with individualized homeopathic medicines. The treatment resulted in a remission rate of more than 80%. Moreover, the treatment provided long-lasting relief.

At Dr Batra’s®, we have successfully treated more than 1.4 lakh cases of skin conditions with a positive treatment outcome rate of 94.3% (authenticated by American Quality Assessors) over the past 35 years. Our homeopathic dermatologists also provide an individualized diet plan if necessary along with homeopathic treatment. Book an appointment with us for visible improvement in the skin without any side-effects.

Authored By

Dr. M SATHYA DEVI

BHMS

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