Naturally Moisturizing Foods for your Skin

As the days get shorter and temperatures drop, we can begin to see some changes in our skin.  No matter YOUR skin type, keeping it moisturized is very important because this allows your skin to look younger and fresh! There are a myriad of ways that you can keep your skin naturally moisturized from the inside out this winter. Here is my list of simple yet fantastic foods that can provide moisture to your skin without clogging your pores.

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil can be applied topically to your hands, and feet and you can also add it as part of your daily routine. This oil has anti-inflammatory properties and has a wide variety range of benefits from weight loss to immune enhancement. It can also support numerous skin problems such as psoriasis, dermatitis, eczema, and other skin infections.

Avocado

One way to easily treat dry skin is by consuming foods with healthy fats and oils and avocado is your go-to-food! Healthy fats provide moisture which keeps your skin supple and soft. Essential fatty acids like omega-3s and omega-6s are the building units of healthy cell membranes and they also support the skin’s natural oil barrier which is vital in keeping the skin plumped, hydrated, and younger looking. 

Salmon

Salmon contains Omega-3 fats which can reduce the redness and inflammation in your skin not to mention the rest of your body as well. The fatty acids in this fish urge your skin to clutch onto water more to keep it glowing.  If you’re not a fish fan, they opt for a quality fish oil like Standard Process’s Tuna Omega oil.

Herbal Concoctions

Drinking plenty of water to keep your skin hydrated is a must but to boost your hydration to the next level, I recommend drinking caffeine-free herbal blends. One herbal blend that can help heal dry skin is a marigold and rose infusion due to the plant’s healing and moistening properties.

Probiotics Foods

Prevention is better than cure and eating probiotics can be a key to a healthier body! Probiotics are live bacteria which keeps your gut healthy and when you are healthy on the inside, it will show up on the outside especially to your skin. Choose options like komboucha, kimchi and sauerkraut.  Don’t want to eat those foods, then take a quality full spectrum product that has both pre and probiotics, like the Standard Process ProSynbiotic.

No matter what kind of skin problems we have, we can always count on Mother Nature’s natural resources!  I would love to hear what your favorite foods for your skin are – drop your favorites in the comments section below.

Cheers,

Dr Stephanie Zgraggen