The holy trinity of beauty is the hair, skin and nails. There are plenty of products targeted toward the promotion of healthy hair, skin and nails, but what if we told you that you can get healthy hair, skin and nails just by adding delicious foods to your diet? After all, it's nutrients from our diet that promote thicker hair, stronger nails, and clearer skin. Here are 4 anti-inflammatory foods that will promote wellness for your hair, skin and nails.
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Salmon
Salmon is chock-full of omega-3 fatty acids, an essential acid that provides a host of health benefits. “Omega-3 fatty acids are important for nail health," says Andrew Weil, MD, clinical professor of medicine at the University of Arizona. Chia seeds, walnuts and flax seeds are also great sources of omega-3 fatty acids if you're not into salmon!
Kale
This leafy green is considered a power food because it's loaded with vitamins A, C, K and tons of iron. "The vitamin K in kale helps to reduce the dark circles under your eyes and ‘tightens’ your skin, thereby reducing fine lines and wrinkles," says dermatologist Dr. David Bank.
Grapefruit
Grapefruits, like oranges and its other citrus cousins, are filled with vitamin C. According to Dr. Roshini Raj, gastroenterologist and founder of TULA skincare, "Vitamin C [helps] destroy free radicals in your body while providing a radiant glow to your skin and rejuvenating skin from the inside."
Pomegranate
Pomegranate is another superfood known for its rich content of antioxidants, a substance that protects the body from free radicals. I'm sure you've noticed that plenty of skincare products have antioxidants in their ingredients. Why use it topically when you can just add it to your diet? Blueberries and green tea are other great sources of antioxidants as well!
