Skin:Secrets — Nutrition

June marks Acne Awareness Month, a perfect time to focus on how diet can impact your skin health. Acne, a common skin condition affecting millions worldwide, can often be managed with dietary changes. Here’s a guide to the best foods to include in your diet to help achieve clearer skin. Foods rich in zinc. Zinc has anti-inflammatory properties and can help reduce the production of sebum, an oily substance that can clog up pores. Good sources of zinc include pumpkin seeds, chickpeas, cashew nuts and quinoa.  Probiotic foods. Probiotics support gut health, which is linked to reduced inflammation and improved...

Kat our resident nutritionist is here to help us with our teens as they embark on their academic exams this summer, it’s crucial to support them with the right nutrition and lifestyle choices. Ensuring they have the proper fuel for their brains and effective stress-relief strategies can make all the difference. Here’s a guide for what to eat during this demanding time. Hydration is key for optimal cognitive performance, so encourage your teens to drink plenty of water throughout the day. You could add a sprig of rosemary to their water glass or bottle. Inhaling the scent of rosemary is...

You might not realise it, but stress can have a significant impact on your skin. When we’re stressed, our bodies produce cortisol, a hormone that can wreak havoc on our skin. One of the most noticeable effects is increased oil production, which can clog pores and lead to breakouts. Chronic stress can also exacerbate inflammatory skin conditions like acne, eczema, psoriasis and rosacea. Additionally, prolonged stress can accelerate the ageing process, causing wrinkles, fine lines and sagging skin. While it’s challenging to eliminate stress entirely from our lives, there are steps we can take to minimise its effects on our...

As the gentle breeze of spring wafts through the air, signalling a time of renewal and rejuvenation, it's the perfect moment to pay attention to our body’s internal cleansing mechanisms. Just as nature sheds its winter cloak, our bodies like this time of year to embrace cleansing, nourishing foods and spring flavours. This March, let's delve into the realm of liver health, a cornerstone of our body’s detoxification process alongside the skin. Our liver, a diligent worker tirelessly filtering toxins, can sometimes use a helping hand, especially as we age. After the age of 50, its function may start to...