Skin Care and Protein (Phytochemicals, Vitamins and Beautiful Skin) - Nutritionist's Column Vol.6 (Supplementary Edition)
Following on from the main topic of soy protein and beautiful skin, this time we will also be talking about skin care.
This time, we'll talk about the skin-beautifying effects of another ingredient in GRØN's protein blend, the phytochemicals and vitamins that are abundant in superfoods.
Beautiful skin POINT: Creating beautiful skin with the power of phytochemicals
Skin and active oxygen
Age spots, freckles, and wrinkles, which are the biggest enemies of beautiful skin, are said to be caused by ultraviolet rays and active oxygen. In other words, the skin oxidizes. Oxidation is simply the bonding of substances with oxygen. We breathe oxygen to live and create energy.
Active oxygen is necessary because it is a chemical reaction that is essential for life. However, in our daily lives, air pollution, chemicals such as medicines and food additives, and stress increase active oxygen, which then produces active oxygen in the body, causing oxidative damage within the body.
Increase antioxidant power with phytochemicals
As we age, our body loses its ability to protect itself from these active oxygen species, which can cause problems for the skin and body. What can protect the skin of such women are plant-based foods with high antioxidant properties known as phytochemicals, which remove active oxygen species.
In other words, supplementing your skin-protecting "antioxidant power" through food is a shortcut to beautiful skin.
Even when exposed to sunlight, brightly colored green and purple plants are said to have many antioxidant compounds that help them resist oxidation caused by ultraviolet rays. Of course, it's not just the color that's strong, but also the aromas and astringency of plants that have strong antioxidant properties and protect cells and skin from active oxygen. These compounds are called "phytochemicals."
For more details, please see Nutritionist's Column Vol.2 .
Beautiful skin POINT: Creating beautiful skin with vitamins
Next, let's talk about how vitamins help improve skin.
Ingredients known as superfoods are characterized by their high vitamin and mineral content.
Vitamins help humans grow and maintain their health. They act like a lubricant, helping nutrients including proteins and phytochemicals to function properly.
For moisturized skin ~ Vitamin C ~
It is said to prevent the production of melanin, which causes spots and dullness caused by ultraviolet rays and active oxygen, and to break down active oxygen to protect the skin from damage. It also promotes the synthesis of ceramide, which controls the optimal moisture content of the skin, so you can expect moisturized skin.
Building the foundation of your skin ~ Vitamin B group ~
It supports the metabolism of proteins, which are the materials that make up the skin. In other words, it is an important nutrient for maintaining the foundation of beautiful skin. It is also said to be a vitamin that helps maintain healthy skin and mucous membranes.
Tone your skin ~ Vitamin A ~
A nutrient necessary for keeping skin and mucous membranes healthy. It is said to promote skin regeneration and help improve dry skin.
Prevent rough skin - Vitamin E
This vitamin has a high antioxidant effect, which removes active oxygen, the enemy of beautiful skin. It is also expected to promote blood flow, which will improve the effect of beautiful skin.
Our bodies are made up of the food we eat. Skin care from the inside is about creating your own skin. In order to have beautiful skin, your daily diet is very important.
GRØN protein is an easy-to-take inner skin care product that contains soy protein, phytochemicals, and vitamins, all of which are nutrients for beautiful skin.
Nutritionist's Column Vol.6 -Skin Care and Protein Main Section (Soy Protein and Beautiful Skin)
<Related GRØN products>
Protein Blend Green Monster 20g / 320 yen (excluding tax)
Protein Blend Red Heat 20g / 320 yen (excluding tax)
Protein Blend Criollo Berries 20g / 370 yen (excluding tax)
Protein Blend Matcha All Stars 20g / 370 yen (excluding tax)
Script by Ayako Ishihara
Photos by Moeko Sawada
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Nutritionist, Food Education Instructor, Food 6th Industrialization Producer Level 4
Ayako Ishihara
A nutritional advisor in the healthcare field and an agribusiness professional.
She is involved in a variety of activities specializing in the fields of beauty and health, including giving lectures to Miss World Japan candidates.
With the philosophy of "enriching the mind and body through food and realizing a vibrant society where people and communities are connected," he founded i-Field Co., Ltd. in 2013 and serves as its representative.
He is a core member of the food team for "DINING OUT," which opens outdoor restaurants in various regions, and also participates in fashion brand projects.
She is also involved in the promotion of local ingredients, product development and production specializing in "health" and "beauty," branding, concept design, food hygiene, sales promotion, training planning and management, etc. She is in charge of nutritional supervision for GRØN's product development, proposing ways to incorporate them more effectively into consumer health.
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