For better for worse, the Thanksgiving holiday is as much about eating a decadent and typically delicious meal as it is about taking time to be thankful for the many opportunities that we all have each year. There's nothing wrong with that! A day taken to enjoy a great meal with friends and family is a healthy thing. However, your skin care regimen doesn't stop at facial cleansers and moisturizers. Healthy skin begins on the inside with an Inclusive Health™ regimen that includes topical skin care, Emotional Self Care™ and internal care. You'll do yourself, and your skin, big favors if you take some time to think about what you're eating on Thanksgiving day and how that will help (or hurt) your skin.

Protein is Good for Skin!
Every year, there's a debate about turkeys, animal cruelty and Thanksgiving. We won't get into that debate, but we will say that protein is important for healthy skin. Whether you get that from a stuffed turkey or from a meat-substitute, you're doing your skin a favor when you eat a protein-rich meal. So when you're feeling guilty about that large serving of turkey, just remember, protein is good for your skin!

Thanksgiving Antioxidants: Cranberries, Pumpkins and Green Vegetables
Whether your skin care concern is acne treatment or anti-aging skin care, antioxidants are the most important nutritional element for healthy skin. Both topical skin care with antioxidants and a healthy skin diet rich in antioxidants can lead to glowing, radiant skin that's better every day. Two Thanksgiving staples, cranberries and pumpkin, are extremely rich in antioxidants. Of course, you'll want to be cautious about the preparation of these foods. Cranberry sauce or pumpkin treats that are loaded down with refined carbohydrates such as sugars can neutralize the benefit of the antioxidants in the food itself. Think about preparations of traditional Thanksgiving foods that incorporate fewer refined, processed ingredients and instead focus on the natural, fresh taste of the foods.

Also, remember that all Thanksgiving meals include vegetables such as broccoli, beans and salads. Vegetables are rich in antioxidants and low in calories and fat (as long as you minimize the butter and salt). Load up a plate of vegetables and be thankful for a great harvest and great skin.

Finally, consider incorporating foods into your Thanksgiving meal that are less traditional but have high antioxidant value. Pomegranate is a seasonally appropriate fruit that's also loaded with antioxidant value.

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Watch Out for Dairy, Caffeine and Refined Sugars
What you eat absolutely makes a difference in the health and appearance of your skin. On a holiday, it's more than fine to indulge in some less-than-healthy eating habits that you don't normally participate in. But keep an eye on what you're eating! Excessive dairy, high doses of caffeine and refined carbohydrates (particularly sugars) can all increase acne breakouts in particular and decrease skin health in general.

A Final Tip: Don't Let a Holiday be a Stress-Day
Stress shows on your skin! Always remember that holidays are supposed to be a time when you relax, unwind and enjoy time with friends, family and even food. Don't let anybody's expectations (including your own) create a stressful situation this holiday. Embrace the spirit of reflecting on all of the things that you're thankful for. That includes a healthy you and healthy skin. There's no reason to be stressed! Just ease back and enjoy the holiday!

Via: The Thanksgiving Diet and Your Skin