YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT (Beautician Answers your Problems)

YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT

(Beautician Answers  your Problems)

Amar S. K. Singh 

A good programme of nutrition is a must for every woman whose aim is  beauty. Apart from diets to suit your individual needs  and activities, there are basic principles of nutrition that apply to everyone. 

Q: What kind of food are rich in proteins and carbohydrates? What are their benefits?  

A: Bau meat, fish & poultry, skimmed milk ,soya beans, lentils cheese & eggs form bone 'tissue & blood keep the flesh firm and fill the body  with vital energy.

CARBOHYDRATES ',. Vegetables & fruits, bread cakes, potatoes rice & cereals provide important nutrients for growing  children, remove fatigue, give  Quick energy & satisfy hunger. Taking in more carbohydrates can contribute to flabby flesh & over weight.

Q: IS SUGAR USEFUL OR HARMFUL FOR THE BODY ?

A: Sugar comes under a form of carbohydrates. All foods contain a small amount of sugar. Normal body takes its sugar level from vegetables, fruits & breads.  What is refined sugar? Refined sugar has calories & no food value. Candy, Chocolate & soft drinks are bad for teeth & complexion. 

Q: How much fats does the body require?

A: Body needs fats for body heats, lubrication of the skin & for air. lt  is found in the natural fat content of dairy products & meat.

 Use unsaturated oils instead of ghee & butter.   

Do not eat too much fatty food. lt is bad for digestion & the vascular system.

Fatty food gives an over oily complexion & enlarged pores. Fried food, rich pastries, fat filled dressings should be avoided. Also greasy on cream nuts & olives.

 Q: Why is so mueh importance giver to, vifamin? Which vitamins are essential for good complexion.?

A: Vitamins are very important for over all well-being and vital for skin, Vitamin A  fights infection, repair  tissue, helps circulation, is good for eyes.lt is found in cod liver oil, spinact & carrots.   

Vitamin B Complex- Helps the body utilise the nutrients, strengthen nerves, relieves stress & keeps gland in good condition.

Vitamin D - The sunshine vitamin is good for bones. Eat as much raw fruit & vegetables as possible. Don't over cook as over cooking destroys the vitamins. Between meals drink six to eight glasses of water daily.

Vitamin E - combats cold, helps build connective tissue, forms red blood 'cells, good for teeth & gums.

 Found in Citrus fruits, Straw berries  Sprouts Amla.