The One Food a Skincare Guru Would Add to Your Diet for an "Otherworldly Glow"
In the early days of college, whenever my skin had taken a hit from my less-than-healthy habits—whether that was my insatiable appetite for coffee, my tendency to stay up all night studying, or my horrible eating habits—I would reach for a cold-pressed beet juice. Sure, it tasted nothing like my daily double-shot latte, but I still sipped it because I swore by its glow-inducing effects on my skin.
Turns out I was onto something. It’s no secret that certain foods enhance your complexion; research and real-life testimonials alike prove there is a relation between eating well and clear, smooth skin.
Take it from Carla Oates, a beauty editor who recognized the power of nutrient-rich skincare ingredients and set her plan in motion to become The Beauty Chef that she is today. Her company provides natural supplements and products to boost both inner and outer beauty. Recently, she opened up to Well + Good about the best food to eat for that dewy, pearlescent complexion we all lust for (sans highlighter). Keep reading to find out which food is specifically The Beauty Chef recommended!