Diet can affect not only health but also appearance. However, a few changes related to eating habits can preserve the youth of the skin and the health of the body. What is the main approach? Eat better, experts say.
Low-quality foods, such as those containing trans fats, cause inflammation, and the aging process is basically a chronic inflammatory condition. This is explained by Timothy Harlan of the University School of Medicine in Tulane, New Orleans, USA. He is convinced that a person can look older than he really is just because he eats improperly.
For example, the consumption of excessive amounts of sugar and processed carbohydrates such as pasta, bread can damage the collagen in the skin, which maintains its elasticity and prevents the appearance of wrinkles .
Moreover, these foods endanger overall health as they increase the risk of developing diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes . On the other hand, eating fruits and vegetables can be good for the skin .
Which foods to limit?
Potato chips and french fries . Anything deep fried in fat can contribute to inflammation in the body. In particular, avoid trans fats , as they increase "bad" and lower "obtained" cholesterol , which increases the risk of heart disease .
Hydrogenated fats and vegetable fats should also be avoided. Donuts and all other sweets can be included in this list. They contain large amounts of sugar , which is associated with the appearance of wrinkles .
Processed meats are also not preferable. They are usually high in saturated fat and have nitrates, which also lead to inflammation. Very fatty meats also contain a large amount of saturated fat.
Moderate alcohol consumption can be good for the heart, but when it becomes excessive, it can harm both overall health and the skin, accelerating the aging process .