Hyaluronic Acid: Beauty Can Occur

Lately, there is a lot of talk about hyaluronic acid as it is part of the newest beauty treatments used by celebrities. However, what many do not know is that it is an element present in our body and that it can be synthesized naturally.

Therefore, in this article we want to tell you what hyaluronic acid is and what it is for, as well as what foods we can incorporate into our diet to stimulate its production.

What is hyaluronic acid and what is it for?

Along with collagen, this acid is a great ally to fight against wrinkles and lack of vitality in our skin caused by the passage of time. It is found naturally in most of our tissues, organs, cartilage and, of course, the dermis.

As we grow, hyaluronic acid begins to decrease considerably. From the age of 35, it descends precipitously  on the face and other parts of the body. The most prominent signs of a lack of this compound are aging, fine lines and sagging.

One of the main characteristics of this acid is its ability to retain water and hydrate the skin.  It gives the dermis a smoother appearance and is perfect for “filling in” wrinkles. For this reason, it has been used in aesthetic medicine since the 90s in the form of injectables to restore volume and good appearance to the skin.

The more the years go by, the more the scarcity of this compound is noticeable in our dermis. In fact, the areas where we need hyaluronic acid the most are:

• Corner and contour of the lips.
• Cheekbones
• Nasogenian furrows (on the sides of the nose).
• Crow’s feet (on the outer sides of the eyes).

How to synthesize hyaluronic acid naturally

This acid, known as the “fountain of youth”, is a very important nutrient that not only serves to reduce wrinkles and improve the skin but also to strengthen the defense system and repair tissues damaged by wounds.

Therefore, to counteract the loss of hyaluronic acid caused by the passage of time, we recommend that you consume the foods that we explain below.

Lean meats

Fat-free cuts of meat  help produce collagen without the need for expensive treatments or surgeries. On the other hand, they provide hyaluronic acid to heal wounds and strengthen connective tissues. In this sense, it is advisable that you add to your diet:

• Mutton.
• Beef.
• Veal.
• Duck.
• Turkey.

Jelly

A food widely consumed in summer when we want to lose weight or for children. Gelatin has a lot of hyaluronic acid and it is also fresh, rich and low in calories. To improve the condition of the tissues, consume a portion every day.

It is good to know that the gelatin you eat will not only go to hydration of the skin, since the metabolism will distribute it between the joints and synovial fluid. However, it is a perfect source of that much-needed acid.

Cod liver oil

It can be found in health food stores and health food stores. In addition to hyaluronic acid, it also provides us with vitamin A.  Together they prevent premature skin aging, promote collagen production and reduce wrinkles. The required dose is very small, just one tablespoon a day.

Vegetables

Vegetables and vegetables are a perfect source of nutrients and vitamins and also of hyaluronic acid. Among those that contribute the most we find potatoes and chard. Of course: do not eat them fried, because the effect is opposite to that expected.

In addition, these vegetables have zinc, a nutrient necessary to produce collagen. Therefore, do not hesitate to eat vegetables with a good amount of vitamins and beta-carotene, such as tomatoes, peppers, carrots and beets.

Fruit

Of course, they cannot be missing in a list that helps us to lead a healthier life and have healthy and young skin. Choose fruits that provide a lot of vitamin C because, in addition to producing hyaluronic acid, they strengthen eye functions, protect the skin from free radicals and promote wound healing.

The main sources of vitamin C in fruits are citrus fruits (orange, grapefruit) and red fruits (strawberry, raspberry, cherry).

Aromatic herbs

They give a very rich “touch” to your dishes at the same time that they provide nutrients to your body to translate into good health and beauty. Choose to season your meals with parsley, coriander, rosemary and basil if you want to promote the recovery of the dermis, reduce wrinkles and stimulate the metabolism.

Finally, we would like to highlight our body’s need for a good supply of magnesium to synthesize hyaluronic acid. You can find it in:

• Banana, apricot, apricot and avocado.
• Cashews, almonds, walnuts and cashews.
• Peas and beans.
• Sunflower seeds.
• Tofu
• Soybean flour.
• Brown rice and millet.
• Milk.

In addition to eating a balanced diet and consuming foods that help produce hyaluronic acid, we recommend that you comply with the intake of 2 liters of water per day and that you do sports. This will help you eliminate toxins that affect skin health. Finally, you should know that  you should not smoke or drink alcohol or coffee if you want a youthful complexion.

Surely you knew the multiple benefits of eating these foods, but did you know that it also had a positive impact on the health and aesthetics of the skin? You already have one more reason to incorporate healthy habits into your day to day. You will look younger and more vital.