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MNT Takes on Dermatology
"Medical nutrition therapy for acne often focuses on a diet low in refined carbohydrates and high in foods rich in omega-3-fatty acids, fiber, antioxidants, and zinc to control the effects of acne prone skin" This may look like a diet rich in moisture based foods like cucumbers and kale, carbs with additional benefits like sweet potatoes, and proteins that induce more fiber like lentils and chia seeds. The realm of health is a constant cycle of renewal, redirection, and intentional education....
Save your skin. Throw out the Sugar!
Excessive sugar and skin are equivalent to oil and water, they'll never mix. For beautiful skin, throw out the excess sugar! Consuming high amounts of sugar can be detrimental to our largest organ by: +increasing insulin levels leading to skin tags and acne +encourages loss of elasticity +accelerates premature aging +induces psoriasis and eczema flare ups +increases inflammation/puffiness +causes hyperpigmentation +causes dehydration leading to dry, dull skin Our body speaks to us utilizing a...
Eat The Burger, But Move Too
Can too much fat cause skin issues? Our skin plays many roles including temp regulation, protection, the production of melanin, as well as a conduit for our senses including touch, regulating temperatures etc. Excessive fat can negatively impact the structure of these vital functions by: impairing blood flow which can increase the risk of skin infections as well as impede wound healing increases your risk for skin tags and psoriasis disrupts temperature regulation which can result in excessive...
Drink Your Skincare
Skin is in. Gut health is primal. Health practices should serve dual purposes! When using a vitamin c serum not only is the natural glow of the skin improved, anti-aging, dark spots, and sun protection can also be targeted. Looking for a revitalizing approach to this sentiment? A facial from our esthetician Tara will detox the skin while increasing hydration and replenishing the skin with vital nutrients. Simply put, your choices regarding health should serve more than one purpose. Drinking...
Beauty and the Brain
In "The link between skin and psychology" Rick Fried, a psychologist turned dermatologist immediately highlights the mind-body connection by zoning in on how stressful factors/embarrassment can affect the skin immediately. "How amazing is it that a simple cognition - 'I said or did something foolish' - can cause virtually every blood vessel in the skin to instantaneously open up, causing a blush or flush? That's pretty amazing evidence that the mind and body are linked." So, we get...