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They say you are what you eat, but did you know that your skin can tell the tale as well?
Article: Lettie Leshaba from True Love
Image: Getty Images
Skincare in every season is vital, and your diet is one of the biggest factors determining the condition of your skin.

  • Follow a healthy diet, with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables, minimal fat and lots of fibre and roughage.

  • Drink two to three litres of water a day to rehydrate the body.

  • Cut down on tea, coffee and fizzy drinks, which are high in caffeine. Excessive consumption of these beverages results in tired-looking skin because the caffeine prevents the body from properly utilising the vitamins and minerals from your food.

  • Reduce alcohol intake.

  • If you have an oily skin, eat plenty of green, leafy vegetables and fresh fruits. Even a slight deficiency in Vitamin B2 can cause oily skin. Nutritional yeast, wheatgerm and organ meats provide both Vitamins B5 and B2. Other good sources of Vitamin B2 are whole grains, beans, nuts and jelly. Black beans and whole rice are excellent sources of iron.

  • Reduce the amount of fat in your diet. Avoid beef and lamb, as well as fried and highly seasoned foods.

  • Get regular exercise and sufficient sleep: skin quickly shows the effects of late nights and a sedentary lifestyle.

  • Avoid smoking.

  • Cleanse, tone and moisturise your skin thoroughly every morning and evening.

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