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Skin

Natural Skin Firmers

by laurel on April 8, 2008

The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that “women who consumed the most vitamin C and linoleic acid had the youngest-looking skin among 40- to 74-year-olds.” Study co-author Andrew Mayes, Ph.D said that vitamin C helps your body produce collagen which keeps your skin firm. The essential fatty acid, linoleic acid, prevents inflammation and dryness. [...]

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Everyone wants to feel younger. We all wish we had more energy, looked better, and had more time to get our health on the right track. So, I reviewed tons of research and came up with the following list of foods that will help you feel younger this year. I’ve included foods that will improve [...]

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Lemon-Lime Wonders

by laurel on July 17, 2007

SanLuisObispo.com reports that a study from the University of Arizona found that the rinds of lemons and limes have phytochemicals (specifically d-limonene) that may reduce the risk of squamous cell skin cancer when consumed on a weekly basis.  The article recommended grating or zesting the peel of lemons or limes to add toppings to any [...]

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Two Cups of Tea

by laurel on April 21, 2007

BBC News reports that a study in the European Journal of Cancer Prevention showed that drinking two cups of tea a day may reduce your risk of skin cancer.  The antioxidants found in tea may prevent caner cells from developing.  The researchers found that people who drank two or more cups of tea a day [...]

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Best Nutrients for Healthy, Young Skin

by laurel on April 19, 2007

NewsTarget.com reports that our skin is a strong indicator of our overall health. Many skin problems people have are caused by eating unhealthy foods and not eating enough nutrients that help keep our skin healthy. The nutrients in the following list are the best to keep your skin young, nourished, and healthy. Next to each [...]

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