Your skin is a reflection of your health inside and out. If you want to have naturally glowing skin you’ll need to have a healthy, balanced diet. 

A balanced diet includes all three macronutrients -  proteins, carbohydrates and fats. 

In this article, I'll explain why you need to eat fats for healthy skin, how much is enough, and what kind of fats we should have in a balanced eating plan. I'll talk about proteins and carbohydrates in future articles.

While all women have some facial hair, some of us have a lot more than others. It's usually a 'peach fuzz texture', and it tends to increase during and after menopause. This increase is quite common due to hormonal level fluctuations. Genetics also play a big part, so yours will most likely be like your female relatives.

A common belief is that removing facial hair will cause it to grow back faster, darker or thicker. This isn't true.

We often hear about how exfoliating our face is an important part of our skin care routine, but did you know that it’s just as important to regularly exfoliate your body?

If you don’t exfoliate regularly you could end up with clogged pores, which blocks moisture from getting into the deeper layers, and ingrown hairs.

If you want to have healthy, smooth skin add body exfoliation to your regular self care routine!

Do you use essential oils? I love them! The aromas are beautiful, and as I studied them more I learned that they don’t just smell good! They also have health and beauty benefits and have been used by traditional cultures for centuries. Lots of studies have been done recently and now they are becoming more popular as we learn more about them.

Exercise promotes the production of serotonin, a natural “feel good” hormone!

Daily exercise keeps your blood flowing, ensuring healthy circulation and helping your skin to remove toxins by sweating. You’ll find that your energy levels increase, you have improved mental clarity, your digestion is more efficient and you feel great!

Are you hungry for food or something else?

Do you have cravings for food? It's chocolate for me, but I also get hit with a salt craving. So I was interested to learn that our cravings for certain foods are about more than with hunger.

Food cravings can have a lot more to do with your emotions than with actual hunger.

Ayurveda translates to 'knowledge of life' or 'science of life'.  Ayurveda is to India what Traditional Chinese Medicine is to China.  

Ayurveda is about living in communion with the shifts of the seasons and the rhythms of the sun and moon. It is an ancient practice that both supports wellness and recovers health. The principles are universal. If you want to feel more connected to your health and well-being, try Ayurveda!

Self-massage is a popular technique for promoting a sense of wellbeing. When your skin is stimulated by loving touch or massage, it releases many healing chemicals that can help to reduce stress.

CoEnzyme Q10 - What it is, why you need it, and how to get it

Is your skin breaking out, dry and flaky or dull? One of the keys to healthy, glowing skin is maintaining balanced pH levels. When your skin’s pH is out of balance bacteria and other allergens can find their way through your skin, causing inflammation, allergies and breakouts.

While there are lots of nutrients that are important for your skin, two of my favourites for keeping my skin smooth and healthy are Vitamin E and Zinc. This salad delivers both of these nutrients as well as plenty of fibre and protein.

Inside health = outside health!

We’ve all heard the expression “you are what you eat”, and your skin is no exception. Your skin is a reflection of what is happening inside your body, so if you’re healthy on the inside you’ll be healthy on the outside!

Crystals and other precious stones have been long recognised for their healing and spiritual power. They’ve been used throughout history, in many ancient civilisations, for their magical and healing properties as well as their beauty. 

Ginseng has been used in for centuries in Eastern and Herbal Medicine for it’s balancing and revitalising benefits, both inside and out. Ginseng is packed with phytonutrients, known to stimulate our skin’s metabolism, helping to reduce free radical build up after exposure to sunlight, environmental pollution and toxins.