Spring Beauty
Spring is a season of renewal. Put away the boots. Clean out the closet. Get ready to brighten up that dull, winter skin from the INSIDE!
Spring Beauty is all about detoxification, so it’s no wonder that the majority of spring beauty foods help to support the liver and gallbladder.
Check out a few of my favorites!!
Asparagus
Great source of the powerful, antioxidant, Glutathione
Green Beans
Anti-inflammatory
Contain anti-aging phytochemicals like carotenoids and quercetin (sun-protective) and catechins (free radical-fighting)
Good source of absorbable silicon to promote healthy hair, skin, and nails
Lemon
Contain collagen-building vitamin C and immune-boosting bioflavenoids
Help detox the liver
Peas
Great source of veggie protein
Phytochemical benefits prevent DNA damage and boost immunity
Spinach
Double beauty nutrients with both vitamin A and glutathione
Promotes cell-turnover and repair
Bonus beauty benefits when consumed with vitamin C-rich foods like lemons and kiwi
Strawberries
Great source of vitamin C
Help build collagen and fight free radicals
Sugar Snap Peas
Still a great source of veggie protein
Provides vitamin C to help boost collagen production and defend against free radical damage
My favorite Spring Beauty Foods may not be yours! For more great nutrition and beauty info, check out my GO TO reference, Eat Pretty, by Jolene Hart.
-xoxo