Wrinkles form as skin ages and thins, causing it to lose its youthful elasticity. A certain amount of wrinkling is inevitable, maybe even desirable. Most people agree, a middle-aged face looks better and more natural with some wrinkles, than the heavily Botoxed, expressionless faces of Hollywood. Wrinkles provide a road map on the face, expressing the ups and downs of a good life lived, so a certain amount can be attractive. But to keep them at nice-looking levels, rather than morphing into deep, dark creases, the way you eat, the nutrition you provide to your skin, is the most important weapon you have against wrinkles.
Proper Protein
Eating right can have a tremendous impact on our wrinkles, according to dermatologist Nicholas Perricone, M.D. and his "wrinkle-free diet." He recommends getting plenty of the right kinds of lean protein, such as fish, egg whites, skinless chicken and turkey breast. In addition, vegetable proteins, like beans and peas, should be included in your diet on a regular basis to nourish your skin.
Healthy Fats
Don't be afraid to eat fat. It is essential for wrinkle prevention and reduction due to its anti-inflammatory, youth-preserving properties. The omega-3 fatty acids found in foods like salmon, albacore tuna, extra virgin olive oil and flaxseed, are antiaging, skin-smoothing foods of the highest order, according to Discovery Health.
Fresh Foods
Fresh fruits and vegetables, both cooked and raw, provide many phytonutrients that nourish the skin. Cruciferous vegetables, like broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, mineral-rich leafy greens, onions, carrots, cantaloupe and berries are all excellent choices. Cucumbers, in particular, are a powerhouse when is comes to improving the complexion and health of the skin, due to its silica and high-water content. Cucumber juice is often recommended as a naturally hydrating treat for glowing skin, according to The World's Healthiest Foods website.
White Tea
White tea extract appears to strengthen the skin's resistance against stresses that cause it to age and wrinkle, according to the 2003 study done by University Hospitals Of Cleveland. As an antioxidant, white tea promotes smooth, beautiful skin, it reduces redness, prevents future wrinkles by protecting the skin from harmful UV rays, and reduces current wrinkles by lifting sagging skin.
Water
Drinking plenty of water keeps your skin hydrated, plumping up every cell, while flushing out toxins and discouraging the formation of wrinkles. The importance of staying properly hydrated cannot be over-emphasized when it comes to keeping wrinkles at bay.
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