We are often so consumed with caring for out outward appearance in outward manners; we often forget to take inventory of what we actually consume.
Yet, all models should know that what we put into our system has powerful effects on the look and feel of our skin, as well as our weight and energy level.
As a person begins to change to a more balanced diet with fewer preservatives, many of those once necessary drug store items become a thing of the past.
We all know to slather on the sunscreen to prevent wrinkles (and skin cancer, among other things) but a healthy diet can further maximize our visual appeal.
The list should begin with the single most important part of your diet: water.
Hydration is an important aspect of young, healthy, resilient skin and water is the easiest way to remain hydrated.
While there is water content available in fruits and vegetables, a model should always keep a bottle of water on hand.
It is the easiest way to avoid dehydration, which is not only detrimental to our skin but all of our body systems, as well.
In addition to drinking water, a male model should stay clear of foods high in sodium and caffeine, both of which dehydrate the body.
Nature provides all of the nutrients we need for health, vitality and aesthetic, but certain foods are power packed, putting aspiring male models on the fast track to well-being.
Vitamin A combats free radicals, those pesky atoms that cause oxidative damage in our bodies (i.
e.
Inflammation, cell death, and various disorders).
Vitamin A can be easily found in foods high in carotene laden foods.
Carrots, sweet potatoes, kale and mango are excellent sources.
Another valuable vitamin set for fitness models, the B family, help metabolism, muscle tone and cell growth among many other benefits.
Some of the various forms of B are thiamine, riboflavin and folic acid.
B vitamins can be found in unprocessed foods, in their whole, natural state.
Lentils, bananas, beans and whole grains are all excellent sources of B vitamins.
Selenium and Vitamin E are powerful antioxidants and can work together for fantastic results.
Selenium is found in mushrooms, nuts, fish and eggs while Vitamin E is in avocados, asparagus kiwi and nuts, to name a few.
Copper and zinc are a necessity in any diet beneficial to a model's skin.
These minerals aid skin in healing by maintaining elasticity.
Copper rich foods include Brazil nuts, blackstrap molasses and cocoa.
Zinc is found in wheat (both bran and germ), as well as many nuts and seeds.
Omega-3's aren't called essential fatty acids for no reason.
They are essential to growth and health and a small amount is sufficient.
Skin benefits include dilution of pore clogging sebum and increased skin hydration.
Last but not least, Vitamin C makes an appearance.
We all know this nutrient can be found in citrus fruits but is also found in strawberries, kale, cauliflower and cabbage.
Vitamin C helps skin produce collagen, which provides the structure to a male model's youthful skin and C is also a powerful antioxidant.
With this nutritional guide, anyone in the modeling industry can combine these foods to make power-packed meals, intended to not only benefit a young model's aesthetic appeal but also heal the body from the inside out.
Remember, nature gives us everything we need to take a proactive stance in our health and beauty.