The most comprehensive study to ever correlate diet and wrinkles was done by Monash University in Melbourne, Australia and published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in 2001.  Researchers there studied 453 people over age 70 and analyzed their diets and wrinkles to determine a correlation. 

 

The overall conclusion was that a low-glycemic diet high in varied fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes and fish was associated with less skin wrinkling.

 

The foods associated with less wrinkling:

 

Total fats

monounsaturated fats IE olive oil, canola oil, avocados, nuts, and seeds

fish, especially fatty fish such as sardines and salmon

naturally low fat dairy products such as yogurt

eggs

nuts and legumes such as broad beans

vegetables such as: leafy greens, eggplant, asparagus, celery, onions, and garlic

whole grain cereals

fruits: especially: prunes, cherries, apples and jams

tea

water

foods high in zinc such as shellfish and lean meats.

 

The foods associated with more wrinkles are:

 

Saturated fats in meats

processed meats

ice cream

foods high in sugars

cakes, pastries and desserts

processed potatoes and french fries

butter

margarine

transfats

 

These results have been consistent with other studies on the subject.

Diet and skin health has been correlated with high antioxidant intake and less intakes or high sugar and processed foods.  High sugar intake and intake of transfatty acids found in fast food, and commercial baked goods accelerate the aging process in the entire body, not just the skin. Visit our beautiful skin aisle for my excellent and unique natural skin products!

 

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