There are no studies to show that eating chocolate will help you look younger - exactly. But according to a new book by dermatologist Dr. Amy Wechsler there is at least some evidence to show that natural chemicals found in dark chocolate - namely, antioxidants - may actually help reduce cellular damage caused by stress.
Indeed, it seems that same protective effects that help your heart, may also help keep your skin looking younger as well.
But chocolate isn't the only food with the power to make you look better. Indeed, in her new book "The Mind -Beauty Connection" - Wechsler is a strong advocate of the many important links between diet and great looking skin.
"The right diet can help your skin - reducing inflammation and dryness and even preventing aging," says Wechsler.
What else besides chocolate does the trick? Here's 5 more foods Wechsler calls her "Beauty Buffet".
1.Berries - They counteract the effects of skin stress generated by environmental pollution.
2. Guacamole - The main ingredient here is avocados and their creaminess means they contain lots of healthy "good" monounsaturated fats. So much like olive oil, they can have an anti aging effect on skin. But don't eat too many - the calorie count can be high.
3. Nuts - The natural oils are good for all skin types but some nuts have specific properties for specific skin needs. Wechsler suggests Brazil nuts to calm dry, itchy skin (it's the minerals selenium and zinc that do it) and almonds for their vitamin E content which helps combat cellular damage the leads to premature skin aging. But remember, no more than an ounce is all
you need - again, calorie counts can be high.
4. Salmon and other fatty fish - The key nutrients here are omega 3 fatty acids which is not just good for skin, it may also help alleviate mild depression, and temper aggressiveness and hostility. (Who can be hostile when you know you're looking young and gorgeous! :)
5.Spinach - Dark greens -like spinach - are power packed with Vitamin A - which is practically skins' number one anti-aging nutrient. It also increases cell turnover, working much like an alpha hydroxy acid to keep skin looking fresher and younger!
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