“Age doesn't matter, unless you're a wine.” Anonymous

by Sharyn Yonkman
Originally published in Society 805

Why is it that no matter how many advances are made in anti-aging technology of skin care products, for many, fighting the effects of the passing years is a loosing battle? No matter how many potions and lotions we spread on our skin, the single most important – and BASIC – step in maintaining healthy, beautiful skin is taking care of it from the inside out!

The link between internal and external health, and the beautiful skin that results from complete health and well-being., is often overlooked. You can be certain; however, that what you put into your body affects how your skin looks.

Our skin is our largest organ, and as such, feels the effects of ev­erything going on inside our bodies According to Georgiana Donadio, PhD, DC, MSc, founder and director of the National Institute of Whole Health in Boston, “Your skin is the fingerprint of what is going on inside your body, and all skin conditions, from psoriasis to acne to aging, are the manifestations of your body’s internal needs, including its nutri­tional needs.” Just as exposure to the sun and pollution damage skin from the outside, neglecting to eat enough good quality fruits and vegetables means that we do not have enough vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to combat the negative effects of environmental exposure on our systems.

Unfortunately, busy schedules and the convenience of processed, packaged, and fast foods make the quality of many people’s diets less than optimal. Meanwhile, the consequences of our poor decisions show in the lines, sagging, and dullness of our complexions. 

Pay attention to what you eat and drink. To improve the quality of your skin, the following are recommended:

• Foods rich in vitamin C (sweet red peppers, red berries, citrus fruits, Brussels sprouts, and kale),
• Coenzyme Q10 (walnuts, sardines, tuna, yellowtail, soybeans and sesame oil)
• Lots of pure water
• Omega-3 essential fatty acids and vitamins A; C and E.
• Salmon, green tea, flax-seed oil, cold-pressed olive oil, blueberries and pomegranates all make the list of foods for beautiful skin.
• Glutathione – a potent antioxidant (glutathione boosters include asparagus, broccoli, spinach, turmeric, and garlic).

Why are antioxidants important? The simplest answer is that antioxidants are important because they fight free radicals. Antioxidant production declines with age, intensifying the need to acquire additional antioxidants from other sources, primarily fruits and vegetables.

Grapes are a major source of the powerful antioxidant, Resveratrol. In recent studies, resveratrol has been found to boost anti-aging enzymes called sirtuins, which are universal regulators of aging in virtually all living organisms. 

Drink your colors

The pigments in food very frequently con­tain phytochemicals - including many with antioxidant properties - that are essential for overall health in terms of the way we look and the way we feel. Diets high in antioxidant rich fruits and veg­etables provide a wide array of health benefits; in addition to protecting cells from oxidative stress, antioxidants are known to strengthen immune system function, reduce cancer risk, and protect against heart disease. Eating a variety of dif­ferent colors helps ensure that you are ingesting a variety of antioxi­dants and nutrients.  

Regardless of your genetic makeup, aging occurs as we become more susceptible to years of exposure to inflammatory substanc­es  Foods that are high in antioxidant and anti-inflammatory substances can help mediate exposure on a daily basis, and may even reverse the effects of past exposure. The key is making smart dietary choices that give your cells the best shot at maintaining healthy form and function.

A product that I recently became aware of that  helps you to do just that is Lifeoxylin® Cellular De­fense Elixir from Apriori Beauty. It is a highly concentrated blend of phytonutrients from plants, fruits, and vegetables, to support complete wellness and beautiful skin from the inside out. Each 1 ounce serving is jam-packed with antioxidants (the equivalent of 6 serv­ings of fruits and vegetables) and ingredients to support health at the cel­lular level. Very simply, Lifeoxylin elixir offers an ideal supplement to your daily diet. If you would like to try a free sample, please contact me (info below).

The first step to beautiful skin is making choices that will help you feel your best. When you feel good, you look good . . . it’s as simple as that!

This month’s Free and Easy Beauty Tip

Take care of yourself inside and out and even aging can be beautiful!

Questions, comments, concerns?  Would you like to take a quiz that tells what your total body toxic load is? Just want more info?  Feel free to contact me at 805.677.3117 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it      www.aprioribeauty.com/ic/sharynyonkman