{"id":7511,"date":"2022-05-20T09:26:21","date_gmt":"2022-05-20T01:26:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/are-you-metabolically-healthy-2\/"},"modified":"2025-04-14T12:19:00","modified_gmt":"2025-04-14T04:19:00","slug":"10-foods-for-healthy-skin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/10-foods-for-healthy-skin\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Foods for Healthy Skin"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Our skin is a mirror of our internal health. Imperfections can arise from a wide range of sub-optimal functioning \u2013 especially poor gut health and immune imbalances! So if nourishing the body from the inside-out is the secret to skin health, what should you eat?<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/10-foods-for-healthy-skin\/#1_Fatty_fish\" >1. Fatty fish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/10-foods-for-healthy-skin\/#2_Goji_berries\" >2. Goji berries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/10-foods-for-healthy-skin\/#3_Dandelion_tea\" >3. Dandelion tea<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/10-foods-for-healthy-skin\/#4_Probiotics\" >4. Probiotics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/10-foods-for-healthy-skin\/#5_Bone_broth\" >5. Bone broth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/10-foods-for-healthy-skin\/#6_Hemp_seeds\" >6. Hemp seeds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/10-foods-for-healthy-skin\/#7_Guava\" >7. Guava<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/10-foods-for-healthy-skin\/#8_Beans\" >8. Beans<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/10-foods-for-healthy-skin\/#9_Pomegranate_juice\" >9. Pomegranate juice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/10-foods-for-healthy-skin\/#10_Chaga\" >10. Chaga<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Fatty_fish\"><\/span><strong>1. Fatty fish<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We can\u2019t talk skin health without mentioning healthy fats! Fatty fish like salmon is high in omega-3, which down-regulates inflammation (the kind that makes our skin look red, puffy and dull). Omega-3\u2019s also help with acne and UV protection for flawless skin tone.<sup>1<\/sup><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Goji_berries\"><\/span><strong>2. Goji berries<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) encourages foods like goji berries to nourish yin and expel excess yang for flawless skin. They are also packed with antioxidants that promote skin glow and reduce the signs of aging.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7514 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/goji-300x157.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"430\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/goji-300x157.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/goji-1024x536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/goji-768x402.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/goji-18x9.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/goji.jpeg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 430px) 100vw, 430px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Dandelion_tea\"><\/span><strong>3. Dandelion tea<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Another TCM beauty hack. This drink is able to detoxify the liver, kidneys and bladder. Just be careful not to overdo it if you\u2019re sensitive to cold.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Probiotics\"><\/span><strong>4. Probiotics<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The happier the gut, the happier the skin! Probiotic therapy can even prevent and treat skin woes like eczema, acne, inflammation UV-damage and wound healing.<sup>2 <\/sup>Try to incorporate natural yogurt, kimchi, pickled foods (check the label for \u201cprobiotic\u201d or \u201cfermented\u201d as most store-bought pickles are just vinegar).<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7516 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/foods-with-probiotics-on-a-tabletop-300x214.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"442\" height=\"315\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/foods-with-probiotics-on-a-tabletop-300x214.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/foods-with-probiotics-on-a-tabletop-1024x731.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/foods-with-probiotics-on-a-tabletop-768x549.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/foods-with-probiotics-on-a-tabletop-18x12.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/foods-with-probiotics-on-a-tabletop.jpeg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 442px) 100vw, 442px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Bone_broth\"><\/span><strong>5. Bone broth<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sipping bone broth has proven anti-inflammatory properties plus it supplies glycine and proline \u2013 key precursors to collagen. Collagen fibers crisscross to give skin elasticity and structure. Unfortunately, these structures break down with age and as collagen production slows down, wrinkles and sagging can arise.<sup>3,4<\/sup><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Hemp_seeds\"><\/span><strong>6. Hemp seeds<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A sprinkling of these seeds not only provides healthy fats but are also a great source of zinc. The skin is the 3<sup>rd<\/sup> greatest user of zinc in the body. It is used for the turnover of skin cells and therefore is great for improving skin texture.<sup>5<\/sup><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7517 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Screen-Shot-2022-05-19-at-9.30.50-PM-300x157.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"455\" height=\"238\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Screen-Shot-2022-05-19-at-9.30.50-PM-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Screen-Shot-2022-05-19-at-9.30.50-PM-1024x535.png 1024w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Screen-Shot-2022-05-19-at-9.30.50-PM-768x401.png 768w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Screen-Shot-2022-05-19-at-9.30.50-PM-1536x802.png 1536w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Screen-Shot-2022-05-19-at-9.30.50-PM-18x9.png 18w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Screen-Shot-2022-05-19-at-9.30.50-PM.png 1980w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 455px) 100vw, 455px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Guava\"><\/span><strong>7. Guava<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Nothing says summer glow like tropical fruit! Guava is incredible high in lycopene, a nutrient we usually associate with tomatoes. Lycopene can be found in our sebum and is shown to protects the skin from UV damage and aging effects.<sup>6<\/sup><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Beans\"><\/span><strong>8. Beans<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The humble bean, or lentil or pea, is packed with fiber. You might think that you\u2019re getting enough fiber. But fiber deficiency is estimated at 95%<sup>7<\/sup> &#8211; so you\u2019re probably not. Without enough fiber your gut system accumulates waste, toxins and other nasties that enter your circulation and show on your skin.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7518 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Screen-Shot-2022-05-19-at-9.33.33-PM-300x170.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"423\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Screen-Shot-2022-05-19-at-9.33.33-PM-300x170.png 300w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Screen-Shot-2022-05-19-at-9.33.33-PM-1024x582.png 1024w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Screen-Shot-2022-05-19-at-9.33.33-PM-768x436.png 768w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Screen-Shot-2022-05-19-at-9.33.33-PM-1536x873.png 1536w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Screen-Shot-2022-05-19-at-9.33.33-PM-2048x1163.png 2048w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Screen-Shot-2022-05-19-at-9.33.33-PM-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 423px) 100vw, 423px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Pomegranate_juice\"><\/span><strong>9. Pomegranate juice<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In addition to being loaded with antioxidants for glowing skin, it has natural antimicrobials to prevent acne; it may help prevent skin cancer; and it is thought to increase cell regeneration to remove old skin cells to regenerate youthful skin.<sup>8,9<\/sup><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Chaga\"><\/span><strong>10. Chaga<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Mushrooms are often overlooked for its skin properties. Chaga has potent antiviral and antibacterial agent to prevent acne, while a recent study showed properties that curb melanin production &#8211; meaning it could help lighten skin and reverse sunspots.<sup>10<\/sup><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7515 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/types-of-mushrooms-1574792023-300x151.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"465\" height=\"234\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/types-of-mushrooms-1574792023-300x151.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/types-of-mushrooms-1574792023-1024x515.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/types-of-mushrooms-1574792023-768x386.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/types-of-mushrooms-1574792023-18x9.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/types-of-mushrooms-1574792023.jpeg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 465px) 100vw, 465px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s our round-up. Just remember, it\u2019s not what you eat but what you absorb! Our gut can\u2019t always absorb all the nutrients we need to feel our best, especially if we\u2019re experiencing bloating, cramps, diarrhea, constipation, gassiness etc. Nutrient IVs can supply the high-dose nutrients we need to combat the toxic environments we now live in by neutralizing free radical damage, preventing the signs of aging, and supporting overall health!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lifeclinic.com.hk\/contact-us\/\">Contact us<\/a> to learn more about improving your skin&#8217;s health and appearance from the inside out.<\/p>\n<p>References:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Thomsen, B. J., Chow, E. Y., &amp; Sapijaszko, M. J. (2020). The Potential Uses of Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Dermatology: A Review.\u00a0<em>Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery<\/em>,\u00a0<em>24<\/em>(5), 481\u2013494. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1177\/1203475420929925<\/li>\n<li>Roudsari, M. R., Karimi, R., Sohrabvandi, S., &amp; Mortazavian, A. M. 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F., Yang, Y., Tian, F. H., Mao, X. X., Li, Y., &amp; Li, C. T. (2014). Inhibitory and Acceleratory Effects of Inonotus obliquus on Tyrosinase Activity and Melanin Formation in B16 Melanoma Cells.\u00a0<em>Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine: eCAM<\/em>,\u00a0<em>2014<\/em>, 259836. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1155\/2014\/259836.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our skin is a mirror of our internal health. Imperfections can arise from a wide range of sub-optimal functioning \u2013 especially poor gut health and immune imbalances! So if nourishing the body from the inside-out is the secret to skin health, what should you eat? 1. 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