7 Vitamins That'll Make You Look Younger
These anti-aging skin care tips will help you eat and drink years off
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Joy's Beauty Blend
This smoothie provides a great blast of the complexion-friendly nutrients already mentioned: Vitamins C and E, Beta Carotene, Selenium and Omega 3 fats.
Ingredients
2 cold oranges, peeled and cut into sections
1/2 chopped mango, chilled
1/2 cup sliced frozen (unsweetened) strawberries
1 medium carrot, peeled, shredded
1/2 cup plain, non-fat yogurt, chilled
2 tbsp wheat germ
2 tbsp ground flaxseed
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp granulated sugar
Directions
Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Yields 2 ¼ cups (makes two portions).
Nutrient Analysis (one serving)
Calories: 250
Protein: 9 g
Carbohydrates: 48 g
Total Fat: 4 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 72 mg
Fiber: 9 g
Vitamin C: 126 mg (209% DV)
Vitamin A (all from Beta Carotene): 5839 IU (117%DV)
Vitamin E: 3.9 IU (13% DV)
Selenium: 9 ug (14% DV)
+ Omega 3 fats
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these vitamins help but i think its mostly genetics
by AmandaAmanda Saturday, May 5, 2012 at 09:39PM Report as inappropriate
I like to add supplements to my diet to make sure I am getting everything that I need.
by beautybody Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 10:38PM Report as inappropriate
I didn't know about some of these... good to know!
by ladyboarder9669 Monday, March 26, 2012 at 11:08AM Report as inappropriate
Very helpful.. it's hard to keep track of everything that is necessary in order to eat healthy.
by lazorc Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at 07:36PM Report as inappropriate
Total Beauty inspired me to eat healthy. I've been trying to do so for about a month and I love it! I feel much better, especially mentally since I know I'm doing something good for myself. After some time, choosing healthy food becomes natural and I actually find fast foods repulsive! I still can't give up chocolate though. But well, nobody's perfect :)
by patricia89 Thursday, December 22, 2011 at 07:32AM Report as inappropriate
Getting started in Nutrition can be daunting .. so much, too much, where to start. Maybe beginning with Beauty will open the story of good nutrition, good fuel, making you feel good and look good. This is a nice little primer ... easy, quick, finishing with a tasty smoothy.
by islands4me Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at 11:11AM Report as inappropriate
Will definitely try the smoothie.....it sounds yummy!
by seaorchid05 Monday, August 15, 2011 at 06:17PM Report as inappropriate
