Pretty Skin Starts From Within

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 ...

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 medium frozen banana, 1/2 cup almond milk,1/4 cup oats,  2 tbsp peanut butter, 1 tsp flaxseed,1 tbsp chia seeds  Directions:  In a blender, combine all ingredients and mix until smooth.  Topping:  1/2 Banana sliced thin, 1 tbsp chia seeds Chia seeds are excellent for your skin. Chia seeds are rich in Vitamin E and it is easily absorbed by the body. They also contain Omega 3. Omega 3s combat acne, wrinkles, and help promote smooth skin.   www.bellomoi.com

Ingredients: 1 cup chopped kale  1 tablespoon chia seeds 1 cup almond milk  1½ cups frozen blueberries ½ frozen banana  Toppings: ½ banana, sliced ¼ cup blueberries 3 strawberries, sliced 1 teaspoon chia seeds 1 tablespoons chopped almonds 1 tablespoons unsweetened coconut shavings ¼ cup granola  Directions: Place the kale, chia seeds, and milk in a blender and puree until smooth.  Add the frozen blueberries, and banana to the blender. Blend until smooth. Pour smoothie into a bowl and garnish with toppings. Blueberries are a good source of antioxidants. They are rich in fiber as well as vitamins A and C, while low in saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium. 

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...