Only 12-13% of adults meet their daily recommended five servings of fruits and vegetables. These juices are a great way to load up on all the nutrients found in the vegetables and fruits used to make the drinks. Liquids are easier to digest than solids since some of the work is already done for the body, so these drinks may help with metabolism. The herbs found in some of these drinks, such as ginger and oregano, can help support healthy digestion. Spinach and leafy greens found in these drinks are high in Vitamins K and A (carotenoids), folate, magnesium, and potassium, many which are helpful to promote healthy skin and anti-aging.

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Pumpkin, Cranberries, and Brussels Sprouts

Many factors are involved in decreased skin quality and aging. Hormone imbalance, inflammation, infections, and free radicals (oxidative stress) are internal mechanisms that can exacerbate skin deterioration and aging. Smoking, UV radiation (from the sun or tanning beds), and environmental stress can externally lead to cellular damage. Free radicals can lead to collagen and connective tissue breakdown, wrinkles, sagging, inflammation, uneven skin tone and discoloration. 1) PUMPKIN is high in alpha and beta-carotene, Vitamins C, E, Pantothenic Acid, and the minerals magnesium, potassium, and iron.

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Your hair can be thought of as your “hat” of health. Yes, hair loss or hair thinning could be a result of genetics, but it is often a sign of an internal matter. A change in hormone levels often leads to hair loss. For example, diseases such as thyroid disease and PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome), both involving hormone shifts, often present with hair loss or thinning as a symptom. Hair loss/thinning also can occur during pregnancy, menopause, or from some birth control pills.

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