Food and Skin
HOW SUGAR AFFECTS THE SKIN
Sugar can have several effects on your skin, including:
- Exacerbation of inflammatory skin conditions
- Premature aging
- Acne breakouts
WHAT’S THE FIX? / LA SOLUTION ?
While we know it’s hard (and sad) to avoid sugar altogether, there are a few things you can do to minimize its effects.
For example, recognizing “hidden sugars” that hide under names such as high fructose corn syrup, barley malt, maltodextrin, and more. It is also a good idea to cut down on sugary drinks (think fruit juices, cocktails, and Frappuccinos!), replace processed foods with natural foods, and avoid processed snacks like muffins, cookies, and candies. When a sweet tooth craving hits, try replacing your junk food with natural sugars from berries, fruits, sweet potatoes, carrots, Greek yogurt, and other whole foods!
HOW FAST FOODS AFFECT THE SKIN
In the same light, fast foods also contribute to the same problems. Because of its high fat content, fast foods can cause anything from acne to irritation, redness, itchiness, excessive oiliness (which leads to dryness), and more!
The high levels of sodium in most fast foods and processed meals can also lead to swelling of the face and under-eye puffiness, as it can cause your body to retain water.
THE FIX?
You know it’s not good for you, but sometimes you cave in. It’s all good––we’ve all been there!
The idea is not to indulge on a regular basis. Continue your good habits, like a well-established skincare routine, drinking enough water, sleeping adequately as well as consuming colorful fruits and vegetables––they are the foods that contain antioxidants that will help you glow from the inside out!
On that note, take care of the skin you are in!
Until next time,
The BSE team