Do you know the specific hormone responsible for YOUR body's most stubborn fat? Keep reading to find out the exact foods you need to eat to STOP hormone related fat storage year after year...
When regularly
choosing natural foods, you eat a healthy diet. So why not follow suit with
your beauty routine? Many foods that are healthy to eat also offer powerful
benefits for your skin and hair — and they've found their way into a wide
variety of beauty products. "A lot of chemicals can cause irritation,
while natural ingredients tend to be absorbed well and contain actual
antioxidants and enzymes in their purest, most potent form," says Deborah
Long will, MD, a dermatologist at the Miami Center for Dermatology. Check out
these natural ingredients that can aid your beauty regimen.
Turmeric
This fragrant herb,
most commonly used in Indian curries, is also prized for its anti-inflammatory
properties. Turmeric has long been used to treat eczema and is known to speed
wound healing. Recent research suggests that turmeric may also help firm aging
skin, and it's the star ingredient in some natural skin creams. A rich golden
yellow, turmeric is also used as a fabric dye, but don't worry — the hue won't
transfer to your skin.
Oatmeal
The buzz about this
popular breakfast food usually focuses on its cholesterol-lowering effects,
though if you stop there, you're selling this "superfood" short.
Oatmeal can also soothe rashes and irritations caused by poisonous plants, such
as poison ivy and oak, as well as pain and itching caused by chicken pox and
sunburn. Simply sprinkle some dry oatmeal into a lukewarm bath and soak for 10
minutes. Because of its grainy texture, oatmeal is also ideal for gentle skin
exfoliation: Mix with warm water, apply to your face with circular motions, let
dry for 10 to 15 minutes, then rinse off.
Olive Oil
Olive oil has been
revered for centuries as a natural moisturizer, and with good reason. “Oliveoil is ultrahydrating,” says Dr. Longwill. It creates a barrier that protects
dry skin and is particularly helpful for people who have psoriasis or eczema.
Use it straight from the bottle — yes, the same olive oil you use to make
healthy salad dressings — to slather on after a shower. Or try it as a homemade
hair treatment for split ends. “Hair follicles absorb olive oil nicely,” says
Longwill. You can find olive oil in numerous skin and hair care products,
including soaps, facial washes, moisturizers, shampoos, and conditioners.
Honey
Known as nature’ssweetener, honey is also Mother Nature’s antiseptic — it has been proven tohelp speed the healing of wounds and superficial burns. Because it killsbacteria, Longwill recommends products that contain honey to her patients withacne. In addition, honey is an effective skin moisturizer. Look for honey inlip balms, soaps, and moisturizers, among other skin care products.
Pumpkin
As we progress
into our forties, fifties, and beyond, our skin cells turn over less
frequently, causing a duller appearance. That’s where pumpkin can help. It contains an enzyme that gently peels away dead skin, speeding the
production of new cells. In addition, pumpkin is rich in essential fatty acids,
which hydrate the skin, and the antioxidant vitamins A and C, which fight free radicals that can age
skin. Look for pumpkin products in facial and body peels and in treatments for
the hair and scalp.
Salmon
While you would
never apply salmon directly to your face or body, cold-water fish like salmon
contain DMAE, short for dimethylaminoethanol, a compound that helps rejuvenate
skin. You can get the benefits of DMAE by eating cold-water fish or by applying it to your skin by means of
creams and moisturizers. Products that contain DMAE are thought
to help firm skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Seaweed
Seaweed is a
popular skin care ingredient across the globe, especially in Japan and France.
It’s rich in vitamins, minerals, and amino acids and is thought to have a host
of cosmetic benefits, including reducing inflammation and irritation,
cleansing, firming, and softening. Because seaweed is also thought to help
improve circulation, it’s a key ingredient in many cellulite-reducing creams
and is used in detoxifying body wraps at spas. Several varieties of seaweed are
used in skin
care products.
Green Tea
The many health
benefits of drinking green tea are widely known — it can help reduce
cholesterol and may protect against certain cancers and glaucoma. When applied
to your skin, green tea is a potent antioxidant that helps skin retain moisture
and reduces the appearance of wrinkles, says Longwill. Look for green tea in
facial and body washes, masks, and moisturizers. For a refreshing treat, apply
green tea bags dampened with cold water to your eyes for 10 to 15 minutes.
Aloe
Aloe, which is
instantly cooling and soothing, has been used medicinally for years to heal
light burns, including those caused by the sun and certain chemicals. Its gel
provides a barrier that protects against irritants and bacteria, and it
hydrates and reduces inflammation. For the most potent burn
relief, break a piece straight from a plant and squeeze the gel directly onto
the burn. Moisturizers and other products that contain aloe are generally
nonirritating, so they are a good choice for people with sensitive skin.
Acai
The benefits ofthis trendy berry are not just hype. Acai berries, found in the Amazon jungle,contain a high concentration of antioxidants, vitamins, and essential fattyacids. When this super food is added to moisturizers, it may help neutralizeoxidative stress and protect skin against signs of sun damage. In addition,acai is known to reduce fine lines and wrinkles and to even out skin tone.
Discover the UNDENIABLE Facts Proving Why The World's Most Popular Weight Loss Programs Will NEVER Eliminate Your Trouble Spots!
Weight Watchers is arguably the most popular and successful weight
loss program in the world. People from all backgrounds and ages use
these types of calorie counting programs with varying degrees of
success.
These programs can help you lose your initial
easy to lose
pounds of body fat but I can promise you that they WILL NOT remove the
hard to lose trouble spot fat found around your hips, low back, lower
belly area or back of your arms.
This
is because Weight Watchers (and the hundreds of other programs like it)
are only focused on one aspect of the weight loss equation- reducing
calorie intake.
What they don't tell you is
the world's most popular diets that have you counting points, measuring
all of your foods and scrutinizing the calorie content of every single
morsel of food you put in your mouth may help you to lose the first few
pounds of the "easy to lose fat" ...
However,
these so called "solutions" DO NOT take into account the most important
factor to losing your most frustrating pockets of hard to lose
cellulite and "trouble spot" fat- YOUR HORMONES...
