Great Tips From NewBeauty!

Today on the NewBeauty blog, they divulged some excellent tips for those of you looking for additional ways to treat that relentless cellulite.

Here’s what they had to say,

Although there’s no cure for cellulite, there are a variety of foods that contain ingredients thought to help decrease the appearance of cellulite thanks to their circulation-boosting properties. Consider adding the following to your grocery list…

Asparagus: Helps strengthen veins and capillaries and controls blood pressure. It’s also a good source of vitamins A, B and C.

Bananas: A good booster for blood vessels and great for assisting in healthy circulation, they’re also a good source of potassium, vitamin B6 and magnesium.

Broccoli: Contains alpha lipoic acid, which helps prevent the hardening of collagen caused by sugar. It’s also a good source of selenium and calcium.

Citrus: All are excellent sources of vitamin C. Orange contain methoxylated bioflavonoids, which can improve circulation and strengthen capillaries.

Oily fish: Salmon, sardines, tuna, trout and bass are all low in fat and high in cellulite-fighting proteins and minerals. Also good sources of essential fatty acids.

Pears: A good detoxifier, pears can help reduce the effects of pollutants in the body, assisting the lymphatic system. A good source of fiber and potassium, too.

Pineapple: Has an anti-inflammatory action in the body that can help fight fluid retention and aid in the healing of damaged collagen fibers. A good source of vitamin C, as well.

Thanks for the tips, NewBeauty!

These will definitely assist clients with the SmoothShapes treatment!

Eating Your Way to More Youthful Skin?

Today on the NewBeauty Blog they published an article about the benefits of caloric restriction on the aging process.

Here are their findings,

Eating less may have more advantages than just weight loss. According to a recent research, restricting your calorie intake could lessen the signs of aging, too.

When study volunteers consumed 300 to 500 fewer calories each day for a year, Saint Louis University researchers found that they had decreased T3 production. T3, or triiodothyronine, is a thyroid hormone that, when decreased, slows metabolism and, consequently, tissue aging.

Interestingly, another group of participants who ate the same but burned comparable calories by exercising had no decrease in the T3. Only those who consumed healthier or less food experienced hormonal anti-aging benefits.

That’s not to say that exercising doesn’t have its age-fighting benefits—it definitely does. But in terms of T3-related aging, a reduced-calorie diet is the way to go.

Thanks for the heads up, NewBeauty!

We will definitely be watching what we eat a little more carefully.

Anti-Aging Nutrition

Feeling great, along with beautiful, glowing skin can be directly linked to what you eat. Doctors and nutritional experts have long supported the connection between health, skin, and diet. What you should eat and in what amounts are the questions many of our clients are asking us.

According to recent medical research, it is most important to eat a variety of fruits and vegetables. The deeper the color of the fruit or vegetable, the more “super” the food, i.e: high in anti-oxidants, nutrients, and vitamins. Carotenoids, or naturally occurring pigments, tell you that a food is naturally filled with anti-oxidants and rich with wonderful benefits for your body, brain, and skin.

Much has been reported on the value and importance of incorporating anti-oxidants into your diet and skin care regimen, especially in the fight against free radicals. Free radicals can cause inflammation, cell damage, and disease, which is why a diet rich in anti-oxidants is of utmost importance.

Vitamin C

citrus fruits

red sweet peppers

plantains

broccoli

kale

potatoes

Vitamin A

fish oil

eggs

pumpkin

mozzarella cheese

Vitamin E

nuts

avocados

ginger

soybeans

asparagus

Selenium

fish

red meat

chicken

grains

eggs

garlic

So, yes! It is possible to improve your skin through a diet high in anti-oxidants. However, that is not enough! Good skin care with products that contain active ingredients and highly absorbable anti-oxidants is vital to fighting  the signs of aging skin.