FOOD AGAINST ACNE

No more pimples acne. These are 10 foods that will help us to get rid once and for all.

 

1. Berries. All kinds as blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, strawberries are rich in antioxidants that protect the body by fighting free radicals. Consuming all these our skin becomes more elastic, smooth and shiny.

2. Avocado contains vitamins of complex B and mainly B3 niacin which has anti-inflammatory action. Also contains vitamin A, D and E.

3. Chocolate. Time to dissipate the myth that eating chocolate causes acne. Chocolate is rich in antioxidants and flavonoids that help skin's hydration. Always choose chocolate with a high percentage of cocoa.

4. Mushrooms contain vitamin B and particularly riboflavin is effective for a healthy skin. Acts against acne and blemishes.

5. Oily fishes such as salmon and sardines have omega-3 (Ω-3) fatty acids that help the density of the skin. They also protect skin against sunlight.

6. Μango. Like most exotic fruit contains high amounts of vitamin A which prevents aging and straightening damage. Acts against acne and blemishes too.

7. Brown rice is rich in vitamin B which helps the hormonal balance and prevents the manifestation of acne.

8. Fennel is a natural cleanser for our body, improves digestion, contribute to detoxification and restricts acne pimples.

9. Almonds are rich in vitamin E, improves the look of the skin all over the body. Vitamin E protects skin from harmful effects of UV.

10. Green leafy vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, lettuce, rocket are rich in vitamins A, C, also contain iron, calcium and antioxidants.

 Mary Pan, Clinical Biologist

THE PLANT OF IMMORTALITY

Aloe vera is a cactus plant which has been used for many purposes since the ancient Egyptians calles it ''the plant of immortality''. Its leaves secrete a clear gel which can be applied topically and help our skin. It treats wounds and burns, skin infections and skin ulcers.

The gel of the Aloe vera is rich in vitamin A, vitamin B complex, vitamin C, vitamin E, folic acid, calcium, potassium, magnesium, sodium, copper, zinc, manganese, iron. 

 

Here are 5 benefits of using Aloe vera gel topically on our skin

1. Treats sunburns

2. Acts as moisturizer

3. Treats acne

4. Is antiaging

5. Increases elasticity

 

Mary Pan, Clinical Biologist

THE SUPER FOOD OF THE GODS

The mastic is unique both for its nutrients and its origin, as the mastic tree only grows on the island of Chios in Greece.

It is super food because of its many beneficial effects and the precious ingredients contained.




It has strong antiinflammatory action.  
Heal mouth and stomach wounds even colitis and hemorrhoids.   
Is analgesic, 
antitussive, 
aphrodisiac,  
contributes to erythropoiesis,  
helps in arthritis,  
is expectorant,    
and hemostatic.  
antidote το acne,  cancer, ulcer, mastitis, gingivitis, warts, smelly mouth and atherosclerosis. 

Even small dose  (1 mg per day for 2 weeks) can cure peptic ulcer which is caused from Helycobacter pylori, due to mastic antimicrobial effect.
Also it serves as a food preservative against Salmonella, Staphylococcus and Pseudomonas.
The mastic oil is also used in cosmetics. Has anti-aging effects, enhances the synthesis of collagen and skin elasticity.
Detoxicates the liver,
decreases Cholesterol.
Has antiviral effect
Protects teeth, gums and oral cavity.

Mary Pan, Clinical Biologist