What are some FOODS for you skin?

Not "potassium" or "calcium", but "bananas" or "milk". What kind of foods are good for your skin and your bones/muscles. Please list as much food as you can and what they do (what they improve/strengthen) from good for your eyes to your hair growth. Please make a list of foods (that everyone has around the house) to stay away from. NOt "stay away from Trans Fat", but "sundaes, potato chips, pizza"..... Thank you!





WHAT KIND OF FOOD IS BEST FOR KEEPING ENERGY UP AND WIEGHT DOWN AND LAST A WHILE (GOOD FOR A DANCER)?

What are some FOODS for you skin?
1. Salmon - along with other fatty foods like nuts %26amp; flaxseeds - omega-3s help skin membranes healthy!


2. Green Tea - reduces inflammation %26amp; reduces sun damage %26amp; eliminates free-radicals that cause cancer


3. Blueberries - high antioxidant content %26amp; they neutralize free radicals %26amp; reduces cell damage


4. Carrots - vitamin A helps dry skin


5. Water - hydration is key to supple skin


6. Whole Grains


7. Sunflower Seeds





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*bananas


*dairy


*yogurt


*lean proteins


*leafy greens (spinach, kale, collard greens, etc...)


*carrots


*berries (blueberries are a superfood)


*apples


*avocados-contrary to popular belief, avocados are a great substitute for things that are rich in saturated fat because of its mono and polyunsaturated fat content. It also provides loads of vitamins and minerals


*broccoli


*cauliflower


*cabbage--it has been said that a little bit of cabbage can help protect you from cancer because its full of antioxidants.


*Beans--a great source of protein and full of vitamins


*Tea--green tea is high in antioxidants


*Nuts


*Tomatoes--they contain lycopene, which helps for a healthy heart


*Fish--full of omega-3 for heart, joints and memory


*Oats--helps lower cholesterol


*Pumpkin--full of phytonutrients, which keeps skin young and helps prevent sun damage


*Soy-a complete vegetarian source of protein





These are some foods that are good for you. Together, they contain tons of vitamins and nutrients which keep you healthy.
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