Raw food and beauty
The raw food diet is a very effective way to ensure flawless skin for yourself. Many people have accepted the strict raw food regime mainly because of this extraordinary effect. The raw food diet gives you great skin and makes you look younger than ever before.
Cooking destroys many important enzymes that are present in the food material. Apart from the enzymes, the extremely high temperatures in which cooking is done results in the destruction of many important nutrients as well. Thus, when you consume the cooked food, the enzymes present in your own body are used up. Raw Food does not let this happen. The enzymes present in the raw food help in the process of digestion.
Thus, by consuming raw food, you are getting more enzymes in. papaya and sprouts very rich in enzymes.
Antioxidants are another important thing present in raw food like carrots, apricots and berries. Berries have antioxidants that encourage collagen formation and carrots have beta-carotene antioxidants that protect the skin from sun damage.
The function of the antioxidants is to fight the free radicals that do a lot of damage to the skin, hinder collagen production and result in wrinkles and premature aging. The raw food also protects the skin from harmful rays of the sun. Many citrus fruits, like lemon, grapefruit and orange also help fight the free radicals.
Coenzyme Q10, also called CoQ10, is a great antioxidant that fights open radicals and aging. Raw food like Broccoli, peanuts and spinach are rich in them.
Anti oxidant like alpha lipoic acid, found in spinach, tomatoes, peas and brewer’s yeast, is another anti-oxidant that increases the power of Vitamin C and E and encourage the energy production in the body.
Sulfur, a material needed in the production of good skin, tresses and nails, is a mineral. The sulfur present in natural food is said to be destroyed during cooking. The raw food rich in sulfur are asparagus, pumpkin seeds, red pepper, garlic, onion etc.
Silicon, a mineral that decreases in content with age, is required for good skin, hair, nails and bones. Green leafy vegetables and fruits like apples cherries etc are the best source of this mineral.
Different green leafy vegetables, bell pepper etc are rich in a chemical present in plants called Phytochemicals. These are magic chemicals with anti-aging properties.
Vitamin E is also good for the skin and is found aplenty in nuts and seeds.
Selenium is a material, which prevents the skin from sagging. It is present in garlic, onions and shallots.
Skin is an organ. And when the body needs to throw off poison, it passes out throughout the skin. Sticking to a raw food diet and taking in loads of water ensures proper detoxification. Seaweed is very rich in minerals and assists the body in detoxification.
Thus, for great skin, eat a lot of healthy raw food along with at least 8 glasses of water per day!
By: Lara Greene
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March 9th, 2010Finding Discount Beauty Products
March 8th, 2010
Stay beautiful on a budget
Beauty is not a privilege extended solely to models, celebrities, and other famous personalities. There is no law naming them as the only people who can dazzle crowds with gorgeous skin, meticulous hairstyles, and flawless make-up. Given proper and affordable beauty products, you too can be the talk of the town – without breaking the bank. The question, however, is where do you find good beauty products that fit right into your budget? Well, here’s where:
Online beauty
The Internet is a huge but often underutilized resource of information and good budget finds. It’s high time you discovered its wonders and convenience. Simply go online and enter the search phrase “discount beauty products” into your search engine and you are sure to find thousands of websites offering various types and different brands of cheap or discounted beauty products.
This also proves to be very convenient since you can shop around different websites and cross-reference prices without having to leave your house.
Internet shopping, however, has its perils, so you would want to practice caution. Take your time to browse through several websites selling discounted make-up, skin care, or other beauty products before finally settling on one. Things to look out for are a working telephone line (which indicates that they are an actual company), secure payment system, and good delivery schemes. The latter is a very important consideration since beauty products are very fragile items which may be damaged by improper handling.
Style magazines
Magazines that specializes in style, fashion, and beauty are also good sources of information on where to find cheap beauty products. Watch out for budget-finds issues of magazines, which they usually release once or twice a year. Conversely, most magazines have a section every issue that tackles the best beauty products and the most fabulous bargain finds.
Another section of style magazines you should not miss out on is their ’splurge or save’ page. Here, they usually compare two similar products of varying price ranges. This page is a good way to find out which beauty products share similar effects as distinguished brands but for half the price.
Special sales and discounts
Finally, take note of special sales held by department stores and boutiques. These are usually frequent during end of seasons or as the holidays approaches, when shops begin to change stocks by putting huge discounts on old supply.
However, remember to be a wise shopper and check out the merchandise before paying for it. Determine the expiration dates and never buy anything that will expire within the next four to six months. Likewise, avoid buying trendy or seasonal items like flashy eye shadows or metallic lipsticks. Instead, stock up on the essentials. These include foundations, powders, lotions, cleansers, and other items you use everyday without worrying about not being ‘in’.
By: Maggie Palmer
Beauty Products
March 8th, 2010
People have always strived to become more beautiful, and the modern beauty product industry has put this within the reach of most of us. If you wish to truly change your look, you need to visualize specific changes. Most women enjoy experimenting with varieties of beauty products as a way of expressing themselves and relieving stress. And with modern beauty products, anyone can afford to add a bit of glamour to their lives.
A wide variety of products are available on the market today, which can help enhance your physical attributes to make you feel younger and more glamorous. Beauty products range from skin care products such as soaps, bath salts, creams, exfoliating scrubs, and face and body packs, to hair care products such as shampoos, conditioners, hair colors, and various perming solutions, to overall body-care products such as moisturizers, cold creams, deodorants, nail care, and accessories for bubble baths. Each product helps revitalize your body, build your self-esteem, and erase imperfections.
Today, science has allowed for better analysis of the ingredients of beauty products. Harmful ingredients such as chemicals are easily absorbed by the skin, which is why it is wise to replace them with natural and herbal ingredients specially formulated to protect the skin and provide added benefits, such as the lightening of acne marks and uneven pigmentation. In addition, certain beauty products are known to smooth wrinkled skin and delay the signs of aging.
Many cosmetic companies have adhered to regulations to provide us with better and more effective products. Their products cater to every need and mood, and are suitable to all skin types.
Fortunately for those who cannot afford expensive products, easy-to-make recipes are available at book stores and on the Internet. Ingredients are found in almost every kitchen and market. So do not despair, but take control of your own beauty regimen.
By: Steve Valentino
