One of the best ways to improve the appearance of your skin is by
incorporating raw food into your diet. Beautiful skin starts from the
inside out. People who switch to eating mostly raw food often see an
improvement in their skin and look younger.

Heating food above 105 degrees Fahrenheit destroys the enzymes as well
as up to 50% of the protein and 70-90% of the vitamins and minerals.
Eating cooked food overtaxes the body's enzyme reserves. Eating more
raw food decreases the amount of digestive enzymes your body has to
produce. Raw foods are foods in their natural state with the enzymes
left intact. Enzymes are needed to perform many functions in the body
including digestion, assimilation and elimination of food. A drained
enzyme supply can result in vitamin and mineral deficiencies,
premature aging and low energy. Raw foods high in enzymes include
sprouts, papaya and pineapple.

Free radicals damage your skin and interfere with collagen production
causing premature aging. Antioxidants counteract free radicals that
age the skin. Berries, especially blueberries, are potent antioxidants
that promote collagen which reduces wrinkles. Citrus fruits such as
oranges, lemons and grapefruit help rid the body of free radicals
keeping the skin looking young. Foods high in the antioxidant beta
carotene including carrots and apricots protect the skin against sun
damage.

CoenzymeQ10 is an effective antioxidant involved in the energy process
and present in every cell in the body. CoQ10 levels in the body
diminish with age. CoQ10 destroys free radicals and slows aging.
Spinach, broccoli and peanuts are foods high in CoQ10.

Alpha-lipoic acid is a powerful antioxidant that boosts the strength
of other antioxidants such as Vitamin C and E, and assists the body's
energy production. Alpha-lipoic acid can

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