Glowing Skin Begins Within
The skin is the largest organ in the body and it simply reflects externally the health of the body within. More specifically, it reflects the health of your liver. Skin conditions, skin issues, and skin health are directly correlated to the state of the liver. Your liver health is influenced by your body’s toxic load, pathogenic load, diet, lifestyle, stress, and environment.
The foods you eat, hydration, and products you use all impact the health and radiance of your skin. Your skin absorbs what we apply to it; regardless of the quality of the products or the harmful ingredients. Healing your skin and creating glowing skin requires awareness and aligned action. The more you heal and cleanse your liver, the more you heal your skin and create a radiant glow from within.
There are many health hindering foods that burden your liver, clog your lymphatic system, and exacerbate skin conditions. Therefore, it is imperative to know those specific foods so that they can be avoided and you can heal. Similarly, there is an abundance of health promoting foods that are nourishing, hydrating and healing for the liver, body, and skin. The more you eliminate the health hindering foods and incorporate the healing health promoting foods, the more you create the foundation for radiant health from within, which becomes reflected in the appearance of your skin.
Skin conditions like acne, eczema, rosacea, and psoriasis stem from a pathogen in the body and reveal an imbalance in the liver; a sluggish, stagnant liver, more accurately. Clear, glowing skin begins within. It starts with eating whole, vibrant plant-based fruits and vegetables that are full of antioxidants, minerals, vitamins, and compounds that nourish the liver and adrenal glands. So many individuals have become deeply dehydrated and the skin has become dry, losing its luster. One of the first and simplest steps in healing our internal organs, thus healing + clearing your skin, is to focus on hydration.
Health Hindering Foods to Eliminate:
Eggs — are high in fat and feed pathogens like Streptococcus and Epstein-Barr Virus which are the root cause of most skin conditions
Dairy — high in fat, dairy clogs the lymphatic system + liver, feeds pathogens that cause skin conditions
Gluten — feeds Strep bacteria + other viruses which cause acne eczema, psoriasis, and vitiligo etc.
Canola Oil + Other Processed Oils (soybean, safflower, etc.) — create inflammation, free radicals + oxidation, leading to premature aging.
Alcohol — dehydrates the body + skin, creates acidity, taxes the liver, and promotes premature aging
Caffeine — dehydrates the body and skin, accelerates aging, creates acidity, taxes the adrenals, + hinders collagen formation
Health Promoting Foods to Support Skin Health:
Eating organic whole plant-based foods that are antioxidant and beta-carotene rich, nutrient dense, hydrating and cleansing is key to heal, support, and nourish the skin. Whole plant-based foods are incredibly nourishing for the body, they cleans the liver and support healthy skin glow, tone, and complexion.
Fruit:
Apples | Bananas | Berries | Cherries | Mangoes | Melons | Papayas
Glowing Skin Smoothie — recipe here
Veggies:
Artichokes | Asparagus | Cauliflower | Leafy Greens | Potatoes | Squash | Sweet Potatoes
Hydration to Support Skin Health
Hydration plays a pivotal part in the health and healing of the skin.
Aloe Water — incredibly soothing + hydrating for the skin. Decreases inflammation + purifies the blood. Consume internally rather than apply topically
Coconut Water — deeply hydrating; contains trace minerals + electrolytes that hydrate the body on a cellular level.
Lemon Water — “living” water that is more hydrating. Detoxifies the liver, cleanse the lymphatic system, supports the skin, + hydrates the body on a cellular level.
Celery Juice — anti-viral and anti-bacterial it supports the elimination of pathogens, strengthens the immune system, cleanses the lymph and liver, clears the skin
Cucumber Juice — incredibly hydrating, rejuvenates the liver, cleanses the lymphatic system and supports clear skin
Melon Juice-melons are one of the most hydrating foods; they support the liver in cleansing + healing
Red Clover Tea — cleanses the lymphatic system, supports blood and circulation, reduces inflammation and burns fat
Burdock Root Tea — cleanses and supports the liver in detoxing, reduces inflammation, one of the most powerful herbs to treat and heal skin conditions
Nettle Leaf Tea — contains bioavailable silica that supports the skins elasticity and collagen production
Supplements to Support Skin Health
Vitamin B12 — supports the liver, rejuvenates the adrenals, and bolsters the immune system.
Goldenseal — cleanses the lymphatic system, detoxifies the liver, and eliminates pathogens like Streptococcus bacteria and viruses that causes skin conditions like acne, eczema, psoriasis etc.
Curcumin Extract + Turmeric —reduces inflammation in the body, purifies the blood, and supports the liver.
Lemon Balm — contains bioavailable silica, supports the skin, nourishes the adrenals, and minimizes the impact of stress on the body, thus slows down aging.
Silica (plant-based collagen booster) — supports hair, skin, and nail health. Silica is easily absorbed by the body, supports the liver, and has anti-aging properties.
Spirulina — the most beta-carotene rich food that exists, it deeply nourishes and supports the skin.
Vitamin C — a powerful antioxidant that slows aging, Vitamin C supports the immune system, strengthens the adrenals, and promotes collagen formation.
Zinc — a powerful anti-viral anti-bacterial trace mineral that neutralizes pathogens, strengthens the immune system, cleanses the lymphatic system, and supports liver health.
Wellness Practices to Support Your Skin Health:
Infrared Sauna — supports detoxification, improves circulation, boosts collagen + elastin production.
Red Light Therapy — minimizes fine lines + wrinkles, evens complexion, + minimizes inflammation
Dry Brushing — supports lymphatic system+ detoxification, smoothes skin + brightens complexion
Face Masks — remove dead skin cells, moisturize, increase blood flow + circulation, smooth skin tone
Massage — supports lymph flow, increases circulation, releases toxins from tissues and organs, + promotes detoxification
Rebounding — supports liver health, stimulates lymphatic flow, promotes detoxification, cleanses the blood. 10 minutes daily or multiple times a week is so beneficial
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