Two primary factors are responsible for skin’s ageing process: sun exposure and advanced glycation products (AGEs). The former is usually caused by a combination fat, protein, and sugar. Although the above mentioned factors can’t be completely controlled, it is possible to slow down the aging process of your skin. You must ensure that your daily diet includes healthy foods and proper sunscreen application.
It is not as easy as it sounds to control your diet. You must be aware of the effects that certain foods have on your skin and the type of food you eat. We will be discussing the different foods that can accelerate the aging process of your skin in this article. However, it is important to remember that we are all different and that diet control does not work for everyone. You need to make sure that you eat a balanced diet that includes the right amount of ingredients that will boost your overall health, whether it is for your skin and hair.
Foods that speed up the Aging Process
- Spicy Foods: This can cause your blood vessels to swell and break, which could lead to purple-colored bruises on your face. If you are a woman who has experienced menopause or suffers from rosacea (a skin condition), spicy foods may trigger these skin conditions. Intense sweating can also be caused by spicy foods. When this sweat is combined with bacteria on your skin, it can cause skin breakouts or scarring.
- Margarine: Margarine contains trans fat, which makes it unsuitable for skin. This causes inflammation and increases “bad” cholesterol.
- Soda and energy drinks: Soda and energy drinks can have adverse effects for your skin. The reason is that sodas and energy drinks can alter the cells within your tissues. Your body will consume more calories and can develop tooth decay when it is combined with the bacteria in you mouth.
- Frozen meals: Because they contain more sodium than your body requires, frozen dinners can cause your skin to age faster. This causes you to drink more water and the water to flow to areas of your body with lower amounts of salt. Your body will eventually become puffy and swollen.
- Alcohol: Drinking alcohol can dehydrate your body. It is important to remember that 63% of your skin is water. Your skin will feel dry and vulnerable to wrinkles.
- The Processed Meats: Although meat lovers may be horrified by the idea, these processed meats are high in sodium and other chemicals that can be used to preserve them for a longer time. These preservatives can be harmful to your body. Chemical preservatives can lead to inflammation in the body which could cause other complications such as stroke or heart disease.
- Fried foods: Deep-fried foods in oil can cause unstable molecules to build up that may make your skin look older.
