We’ve all heard the saying, “You are what you eat.” Well, it’s true. The things you put in your body affect how your organs and bodily systems function. Dry skin, brittle nails, poor digestion, or thinning hair can all be the result of eating unhealthy foods. You’ll be excited to know that you can improve your situation by making some dietary changes.
Clearer skin, healthier digestion, faster metabolism, clearer thoughts, and stronger hair are only several bites away. Adding more fresh fruits and vegetables to your diet will help your situation, no matter what it is. Below are five superfoods that will put you on a healthier track. These foods will work better if you eat less meat, dairy products, processed foods, refined sugars, salty foods, or junk foods.
Raw Cacao
Raw cacao is full of antioxidants, which work to fight free radicals in the body. It is great for fighting natural wear and tear in the body, and the magnesium, iron, zinc, copper, and manganese help to promote healthy hair and skin.
Aloe Vera
Most people know of aloe vera because it is in the chemical gels people use on sunburns. Skip the gels and go straight to the source to help nourish your skin. Simply cut open the cactus and apply the “juice” to wounds, cuts, sunburns, or make it into a soothing face mask.
Avocado
Avocados are nutrient powerhouses! They contain healthy fats and are full of magnesium, omega-3s, vitamin B6, folate, and vitamins C, E, and K. Both vitamins C and E contribute to healthy skin, especially because vitamin E encourages collagen production and healthy skin tone.
Coconut
Coconut oil may be one of the most popular products for healthy skin. The actual coconut contains kinetin, which helps keep the coconut young, even though it is in the sun all day. Kinetin has the same effect on the body, helping you to look younger and healthier. It is beneficial to eat fresh coconut or use organic coconut oil on your skin. The antiviral and antifungal properties help support the thyroid, nervous system, and immune system too!
Hemp
Both hemp seeds and hemp seed oil are full of enzymes! They also contain omegas 3, 6, and 9, all of which contribute to healthy brain function. Hemp seeds are a great dietary addition because they can help reduce inflammation and give you a bunch of amino acids. All of the healthy minerals in these small seeds promote healthy skin, nails, and hair.
Vincent Stevens is the senior content writer at Dherbs. As a fitness and health and wellness enthusiast, he enjoys covering a variety of topics, including the latest health, fitness, beauty, and lifestyle trends. His goal is to inform people of different ways they can improve their overall health, which aligns with Dherbs’ core values. He received his bachelor’s degree in creative writing from the University of Redlands, graduating summa cum laude. He lives in Los Angeles, CA.
