Say goodbye to blemishes, sayonara to spots and au revoir to acne.
Whether you suffer the occasional spot, hormone-related breakouts or recurring acne, the foods you’re dishing yourself up every day can actually be guiding you toward clearer skin.
And with ingredients (and recipes) this delicious, it shouldn’t be too tricky to find some space on your shopping list.
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Text: Deirdre Fogarty/The Australian Women’s Weekly / Additional reporting: Sean Tan
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We’re starting to think that salmon may very well be nature’s fix-all remedy; not only do the omega-3 fatty acids salmon is packed with help to lower blood pressure and calm anxiety, but they also reduce inflammation, soothing breakouts. For a quick, healthy lunch, tuck into Smoked Salmon And Potato Salad.
A little left-field, but a tasty addition to any shopping trolley, in our opinion. Artichokes boast plenty of antioxidants and heaps of vitamin C, but they’re also a fantastic source of fibre, flushing your system of toxins. If you haven’t already, try artichoke hearts – lip-smackingly delicious and tender – in this Antipasto Quiche recipe!
Sweet, juicy and chock-full of antioxidants and natural chemicals, red grapes have been shown to calm skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis. Studies also suggest that grapes can help to control the skin-related side effects of allergic reactions, so give fried haloumi with red grapes and grilled nectarines on couscous a go, or simply add them into salads like this Sesame Coronation Chicken Salad.
It’s a love-it-or-hate-it food, but if you can tolerate fennel, embrace it big time. This root veg improves digestion and reduces swelling, so that while you’re enjoying that lovely liquorice flavour, your body is ridding itself of toxins and excess fluid. We’re obsessed with this Fennel, Zucchini And Scallop Soup.
If you suffer from acne, vitamin B is the nutrient you should be looking out for, helping to regulate hormone levels and preventing breakouts. And deliciously healthy brown rice is a great source of your new favourite skin stress fighter; load up on a Salmon And Brown Rice Salad.
Turns out there was a reason your mum made you eat your greens every night. With vitamins A, B, C, E and K, those mini trees are packed with antioxidants that fight radical damage, giving your skin a beautiful glow. Quinoa Salad With Broccoli & Orange is a quick and easy mid-week meal your skin will love.
We’re of the opinion that pretty much any dish can be improved with an extra clove or two of garlic, so this one is music to our ears. A naturally occurring chemical called allicin can knock off a lot of harmful bacteria and viruses hanging out in your body – which is why plenty of people recommend gnawing on the raw stuff to kill off coughs and colds. But if you don’t like the strong raw taste, add to your stir-fries like this Prawn Fried Rice.
Some acne breakouts have been linked to deficiencies in minerals like zinc and selenium, which is where nuts come in. Bursting with plenty more minerals and vitamin E, they’re a must-have snack for anyone wanting to give their skin a little extra attention. Stick to the recommended 30 g handful a day, either nibbling as packed them into this Nut-crusted Barramundi & Rosti.
Again. Is there a list this theft-worthy fruit isn’t on? Avocado is not only a great source of omega-3 but also of vitamin E, making them a double-threat in the fight for clear skin. Try this Avocado, Mango & Macadamia Salad for something a little different.
Yum! Live enzymes in alfalfa sprouts fight inflammation, which is always welcome news. Add a sprinkling to this Pork Noodle Toss Salad for an healthy brunch.