High in fiber, in heart-healthy essential fatty acids, and in certain vitamins and minerals, nuts have a lot to offer nutritionally. Walnuts and almonds are especially nutrient-rich, beneficial to many parts of your body, including your skin. If you want a healthy, glowing complexion, these nuts are good additions to your diet. Consider eating walnuts and almonds as part of your overall skin care regimen.
Step 1
Add walnuts or almonds to your breakfast. Chopped nuts add a crunchy heartiness to oatmeal, yogurt, pancakes, cold cereal and muffins. Since they're high in omega-3 fatty acids, they promote vibrant skin. In fact, Harvard University Health Services states that one of the seven major functions of essential fatty acids is keeping your skin healthy.
Step 2
Sprinkle almonds and walnuts on your lunchtime or dinner salads, casseroles, stir-fries, curries, steamed vegetables, pasta dishes, rice pilaf or couscous. According to the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, nuts are a great source of vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps maintain glowing, healthy skin.
Step 3
Choose almonds and walnuts as snacks. A handful of nuts will help provide the necessary vitamins and nutrients to complement the rest of your skin care regimen -- and are much better for your overall health than low-nutrient snacks like cookies and chips. Almonds and walnuts are tasty as is, or can help round out yogurt or trail mix for a heartier snack.
Tips and Warnings
- Consult your physician for professional advice regarding dietary or skin care questions.
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