We all know calcium is important for your bones, and plays a role in calming the nervous system. What role does it play in the health of your skin? Calcium is the most common mineral in the human body and in regards to skin. A deficiency can display itself in itching, dryness, premature wrinkling, and an increased tendency to develop skin cancers. Also, when there is a calcium deficiency, your body will take calcium from your bones and teeth because it is needed in other body processes. Calcium is important in the function of cell turnover and regulation of the protective lipid barrier. So, skin that can shed and renew itself and maintain an appropriate lipid level is another of the calcium skin benefits. Anyone suffering from dry, itchy skin should consider increasing calcium during cold, dry winter months to benefit from the protective barrier calcium can produce in the upper epidermal tissues. Although calcium is not an antioxidant by itself, it is ...
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By incorporating these foods into your diet, you will begin to notice smoother skin... Blueberries Full of antioxidants. The antioxidants and phytochemicals found in blueberries help to neutralize free radicals, which might otherwise damage skin cells, leaving your skin with a younger and softer look and feel. They help fight the signs of aging skin. Rich in vitamin C. The vitamin C in blueberries can help to strengthen the blood vessels just below the surface of your skin. Avocado Avocados are packed with high amounts of fibre, plant sterols, magnesium, folate, protein, potassium, vitamins B6, E and K. Avocadoes also possess biotin, which help to prevent dry skin and brittle hair and nails. Unlike other fruits, it contains Omega-9 fats that repair damaged skin by reducing redness and irritation. Though it is true that avocados are high in fat, it is worth noting that they contain monounsaturated fats – the good fat which lowers blood cholester...
Healthy , delicious, easy to prepare recipes are in Bello Moi's new Cookbook , "Healthy Recipes For Healthy Skin Cookbook"! Every recipe breaks down each ingredient for its benefit to nourish the skin. From a Powerful Skin Protector Green Tea Drink to an Anti-Aging Zucchini Crusted Pizza you will find a yummy treat. See more at www.bellomoi.com
Avocados are packed with vitamin E and B vitamins that nourish the skin. Yogurt contains lactic acid. An ingredient that gently exfoliates the skin, while helping to clear up blemishes. Blueberries have a high capacity of antioxidants and compounds that help to keep cells from aging. S pinach is a good source of vitamins B, C, & E, calcium, iron, magnesium, and omega-3 fatty acids.
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
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: 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.
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 : 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...
3/4 cup almond milk 1 sliced frozen banana 1 cup coarsely chopped carrot 1 pitted and soaked medjool date 1 scoop vanilla protein powder 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp ginger 1 tsp maca powder 1 tsp flaxseed 1 tsp cacao nibs 1 tsp shredded coconut Place first nine ingredients in a blender and process until everything is smooth. Pour into a bowl and top with shredded coconut and cacao nibs. Coconut contains natural anti-microbial, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties as well as cosmetic uses for your hair, skin, and nails. www.bellomoi.com
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...
1/2 cup rolled oats 1 avocado 2 tsp cacao powder 1 medjool date 3/4 cup almond milk 1/2 cup ice In a blender, combine all ingredients until smooth. Serve immediately. Enjoy! Avocados protect your skin from wrinkles and other visible signs of aging with its antioxidant carotenoids, vitamin E which helps guard against photo-aging from sun exposure and vitamin C which is involved in the creation of elastin and collagen for maintaining your skin’s elasticity and firmness
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.
Achieve a glow that radiates from the inside out by how you feed your skin. Food repairs, and rejuvenates skin cells and our digestive system is reflected in our complexion By feeding our bodies with the best nutrients, it not only keeps our biggest organ (the skin) healthy but results in a truly flawless and gorgeous glow. Enjoy our tea, Antioxidant Anti Aging Tea with all the sensational benefits from sea buckthorn and goji berries! Goji berries are rich in antioxidants …the secret key to beautiful skin.
In times of stress your body also directs your blood away from your face or the surface of your skin to travel to the heart, head and muscles. This lack of blood flow can make the skin clammy and also result in a pale complexion. Stress and anxiety can take a toll on your complexion. When we are experiencing bad stress our blood pressure rises, digestive system slows down, heart rate goes up, immune system goes down, muscles become tense and we become insomniacs. No wonder stress can age us. Our skin is one clear place that shows the effects of continuous stress. The body releases a stress hormone called cortisol to patch and repair any weak spots in the body in times of distress, but the cortisol levels peak during extended periods of stress. The cortisol can actually break down the collagen in your skin, the protein which allows skin to retain its strength and elasticity and look youthful. Stress also induces wrinkles. Skin cell...