Pretty Skin Starts From Within

Serves 4  Benefits: Basil - full of flavonoids, antioxidant compounds that protect against problems such as heart disease and cancer. It also has volatile oils with anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. Basil provides magnesium and beta-carotene, another antioxidant, all beneficial for skin rejuvenation.    Feta Cheese- has antioxidant, riboflavin, which may help prevent some signs of aging as well as degenerative disease. High in calcium and zinc which both aid in tissue growth and skin repair.  Lemon - the vitamin C and citric acid help to purify blood vessels which in turn help remove impurities found in the skin cells.  Olive Oil - allows the absorption of fat- soluble nutrients such as vitamins rich in antioxidant polyphenols and good fat E and A, and carotenoids, which encourage skin to glow. Omega- 6 fatty acids and vitamin E keep the complexion youth...

One half of a medium-size avocado contains more than 4 grams of fiber and 15% of your recommended daily folate intake. Avocados are packed with vitamins A, B, and D that keep your skin moisturized.   https://www.bellomoi.com/products/copy-of-healthy-recipes-for-healthy-skin-cookbook

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Dates are highly beneficial for our body and are a rich source of vitamins and minerals. Including iron, copper, calcium, magnesium, manganese, folic acid, and sulfur and proteins. They are rich sources of fiber too. Loaded with vitamin C, dates soothe the skin and keep it hydrated. It also possesses the potential to retain the moisture level and improve the skin elasticity.  www.bellomoi.com

Tomato salad full of lycopene. Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant, which can reduce the inflammatory response to UV damage by  neutralising harmful molecules that are produced in the skin as a result.

Studies have shown that certain food combinations have been proven to increase nutrient absorption when consumed together. Combining the right foods could actually increase your body’s absorption of fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, all necessary cornerstones for good health. Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, an antioxidant known as carotenoid, which gives tomatoes its color. Adding a healthy fat such as avocado makes the carotenoid more absorbable. www.bellomoi.com

Ingredients:                                                  2 cups of almond milk,  1 tablespoon coconut oil,  1 teaspoon ground turmeric,  1 teaspoon of cinnamon,  1 teaspoon vanilla extract,  1 teaspoon of maple syrup.    Directions:                                                 pour all ingredients into a small saucepan and bring to a light boil. Stir ingredients. Reduce heat to low and simmer for up to 20-30 minutes. Strain the milk. To serve, add cardamom or a dash of cinnamon.  Turmeric contains lots of nutrients especially antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Turmeric is especially known for its benefits to digestion, immune function, and liver health  www.be...

Ingredients:  1 frozen banana, 1/3 cup frozen mango, 1/3 cup almond yogurt, 1/3 spinach, 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds, handful of cashews,1/2 cup coconut water, topped with goji berries & pumpkin seeds.  Directions:  blend all ingredients together in blender.                             Spinach contains magnesium that helps in replenishing your lost energy within seconds.

Ingredients: 1 cup almond milk 1/2 frozen bananas 1/4 cup oats 2 tablespoons peanut butter 1 tablespoons shredded coconut 1 tablespoon chia seeds Optional Toppers: Shredded coconut and chia seeds.                Directions: Blend all ingredients until smooth.                       Coconut helps to increase energy by burning fat. It is utilized by the body to actually produce energy, rather than to store it as body fat.   www.bellomoi.com

Ingredients: 1 zucchini, sliced very thin 1 tbsp olive oil,  sea salt Directions: Preheat oven to 400  Coat zucchini slices with some olive oil and sprinkle sea salt. Arrange the zucchini slices in a single layer on the rack. Bake 15-20 minutes. Turning over halfway through. Vitamins A & C found in zucchinis are strong antioxidants and are very helpful in maintaining a healthy and youthful skin. Vitamin A provides a healthy skin and vitamin C fights against free radicals that are harmful to the skin that cause aging of skin like appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, as well as age spots.   

Mango, goji berries, almond chia seed smoothie layered with chopped almonds, frozen mixed berries, another layer of smoothie, topped with gluten free granola, almonds, goji berries, and pumpkin seeds.                       Pumpkin seeds contain magnesium and manganese to copper, and protein. High amounts of zinc and Vitamin E make pumpkin seeds a good part of your skincare routine. They aid in the formation of new skin cells as well as collagen, which is responsible for maintaining the elasticity of your skin.  www.bellomoi.com

Ingredients: 1 Dozen asparagus, (Cut off tough part and discarded) 1 ripe avocados, (cut in slices) ½ cup almonds, toasted 2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted Dressing:  2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil  1 tbsp orange juice 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp sesame oil finely grated zest of ½ lemon, no pith  sea salt & ground black pepper   Directions:  Cook asparagus in boiling water for 3 minutes then drain. Place in a bowl with avocados, almonds, and sesame seeds. Combine the dressing ingredients and toss gently.   Avocados are rich in healthy fatty acids, vitamins and antioxidants.  www.bellomoi.com

Ingredients :  2 cups rolled oats, 1 cup pumpkin seeds, 1/4 cup pecan pieces chopped, 1/4 cup walnuts chopped, 1/4 cup chia seeds, 1/3 cup sesame seeds toasted ,1/2 cup water, 4 dates seed removed (soaked in water for about 10 min), 1/2 cup shredded coconut, 1/2 coconut oil,3/4 cup goji berries (soaked in warm water for about 10 min), 1/3 cup peanut butter, 3 tsp cinnamon.                          Directions:  preheat oven to 180°. Toast sesame seeds on baking paper on tray. In a cup add the chia seeds and water. Leave for 10 min. Combined oats, pumpkin seeds, pecans, walnuts, shredded coconut, and cinnamon. Stir until all mixed. In a food processor blend dates, and coconut oil. Add the dates and 1/2 coconut oil, peanut butter, goji berries together and mix until well combined. Place mixture on a lined baking tray. Flatten mixture and pack down well. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top. Leave I'm f...

Summer is in full swing, and Bello Moi wants to wish you a happy Independence Day. We hope your skin stays as bright and glowing as the firework displays! If you’re enjoying some time outdoors this holiday weekend, make sure you keep your skin safe, protected and healthy – nothing ruins a barbecue like a painful sunburn. While sunburn lines can look a bit like the stripes on the American flag, it’s not the best way to display your patriotic spirit. Here are some reminders on sun protection for the long weekend so you can get out and enjoy yourself: Wear Sunscreen. It is incredibly important that you reapply your sunscreen every 3 to 4 hours, or more frequently if you are in and out of the water or sweating! Sunscreen is effective, but it can’t protect you from every ray. Be sure to pack SPF lip balm, long-sleeved cover-ups, a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses with UV protection in your beach bag. A baseball cap won't protect your face from sun coming at an angle. Opt for a...

2 3/4 cups water, 1 1/2 cups white rice, 1 chopped onion, 1 chopped carrot, 4 chopped asparagus, 1/3 cup frozen corn,1/3 cup frozen peas, 3 tablespoons olive oil,  1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, 1 teaspoon glutenfree soy sauce, garlic and pepper to taste.                      Bring water to a boil. Add rice, reduce heat, cover and cook over medium low heat until tender, 15 to 18 minutes.  Heat a nonstick skillet over high heat. Add oil to the pan. Add onions,carrots, asparagus to the pan and quick stir-fry veggies 2 minutes. Add rice to the pan and combine with veggies. Fry rice with veggies 2 or 3 minutes. Add peas, corn, gluten free soy sauce, and  toasted sesame oil to the rice and stir fry 1 minute more, then serve.                                Rice is cholesterol free. It is also a great source of energy.  Rice is an...

Fresh summer salad 5 Roma tomatoes cut in half 1/2 cup chopped parsley 1/4 cup chopped red onion 1 teaspoon olive oil drizzle of balsamic vinegar salt and pepper to taste Toss all ingredients together and serve. Tomatoes contain a power house nutrient, lycopene, which has an impressive spectrum of health benefits. Lycopene isn’t the only antioxidant tomatoes are rich in. Antioxidants help to eliminate dangerous free radicals that damage DNA and cell structures in the body. Tomatoes contain a rich amount of vitamin A and C, which are known to brighten the skin. www.bellomoi.com

1 ripe banana, 1/2 an avocado, 1 tsp cocoa powder, 1 1/2 cup almond yogurt or coconut yogurt 1 tsp Manuka honey, Ice, And a splash of almond milk.       Topping: Gluten-free granola Goji berries.                                   Add all ingredients to blender. Blend until smooth. Add toppings. Serve right away. Enjoy with a spoon!   Bananas are rich in potassium and moisture, banana hydrates and moisturizes dry skin, making it soft and supple.   

1 large head cauliflower, cut into small florets 6 cherry tomatoes chopped 2 cups baby spinach 1/2 cup sundried tomatoes 3 tbs of flaxseeds 1 tbsp. basil freshly chopped basil Juice of one lemon.                        1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil.     Place cauliflower florets in a food processor and pulse until it resembles rice.            Place cauliflower "rice" in a pan, on a low heat and slowly remove the moisture. Add everything to cauliflower except for the basil, keep simmering  and stirring on a low heat until the lemon juice disappears Once the moisture is gone turn off heat, add the fresh Basil and stir through and serve.           Cauliflower contains antioxidants, which work as anti-aging agents for the skin. It also, contains a wealth of anti-inflammatory nutrients to help keep inflammation in check. www.bel...