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You Are What You Eat

posted by at 12:30pm on 05/28/2009

Tanya Zuckerbrot; MS, RD, Founder of SkinnyandTheCity.com and author of the F-Factor Diet, Discover the Secret to Permanent Weight Loss

You Are What You Eat

Last week I had the pleasure of meeting the new Miss USA. As official dietitian to the Miss Universe organization I work closely with the title holders providing them with nutrition counseling.  Running from photo shoots to meetings to various events it is imperative that I keep their energy levels stable through a well balanced diet. 
As the saying goes “you are what you eat.” Sure, we all know that if we eat too many fried, fattening foods; we will gain weight and probably not feel too great. But did you know that by choosing certain foods, you can actually change your external appearance from the inside out?  Foods high in phytochemicals, antioxidants, and certain fats all contribute to glowing skin, shiny hair, strong teeth and nails. 

For Smooth Skin:
Vitamin C found in citrus fruits, broccoli, peppers and berries activate fibroblast cells, which makes collagen. The healthier your collagen, the firmer and smoother your skin looks. Keep in mind, studies have shown that women who are deficient in Vitamin C tend to bruise much easier.  Eat dark orange, red or green fruit and veggies which are filled with Beta-Carotene, an antioxidant that converts to Vitamin A, imperative for producing new and young looking skin cells.

For Shiny Hair:
Fill your plates with lean proteins like, turkey, chicken, and egg whites. Hair is made up of protein called keratin, so it makes sense that getting enough of it is essential for healthy, beautiful locks.
 In addition, the mineral Biotin found in eggs, almonds, bananas and strawberries helps to produce keratin, which has been shown to prevent graying and hair loss.

For Pearly Whites:
Not only does calcium create cavity resistant tooth enamel, but maintains it so teeth stay strong. Aim to consume three servings of low-fat dairy products daily such as low- fat cheeses, yogurt and skim milk. For all you lactose intolerant, don’t fret broccoli and strawberries contain as much calcium as their dairy counterparts.

For Nice Nails:
Zinc, more commonly known as “the acne terminator” also helps keep nails strong and prevent white spots. Great sources of zinc are oysters, eggs, and nuts. 
Load up on spinach broccoli, lettuce and avocado which are all filled with folic acid. Folic acid is necessary for nail growth and strength.

** Not only does water help to move toxins through and out of your body more quickly, it also keeps skin plump and dewy and prevents hair and nails from becoming dry and brittle. For an additional bonus drink Fiji Water which is the only water to contain natural minerals like silica. Silica improves the condition of hair and nails, the texture and resiliency of skin, and is needed to make strong healthy bones and to keep your blood vessels elastic

• on 08/22/09

  by jamesbond2009

  We love u Ziizi, lethisa Siregar , the miss universe 2009

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• on 08/24/09

  by leoudtohan

  It's true more or less. I saw the pictorials of the candidates for the swimwear competition... others are getting big. Are they eating a lot when they are in Bahamas?

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• on 04/16/10

  by Mia-Alisa

  What happen this photos? I can't wath new(

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• on 08/17/10

  by frank16949

  It would be unfair and a big mistake FOR THE ORGANIZATION OF THE MISS UNIVERSE CROWN NOT ONLY TO THE BEST CANDIDATE because their ancestors were winners. MUST REPLACE THE CROWN TO THE MOST BEAUTIFUL, THE MOST INTELLIGENT, THE BEST WOMEN WITH HUMANITY AND CHARISMA AND THAT IS WITHOUT DOUBT THE VENEZUELAN Marelisa GIBSON

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• on 08/17/10

  by frank16949

  Putting BE THE CROWN TO THE BEST OF ALL. We should not be Influenced by the OTHER YEARS IS WINNING MISS UNIVERSE 2010 AND MUST WIN THE BEST. THE best represents Glamour ELEGANCE AND BE MISS UNIVERSE IS AND WITHOUT ANY DOUBT THE DIVA OF ALL IS MORE MISS VENEZUELA VENEZUELA MISS THIS WOULD BE VERY CLEAR THE MAYOR AND PUBLICITY OF WHICH WOULD MISS UNIVERSE news in the world of the bend to be imposed AND HARD WORK TO BE DONE AS THE VENEZUELAN HAVE to bring this prestigious CROWN OF MISS UNIVERSE

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• on 08/19/10

  by frank16949

  THIS IS THE GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE THE MISS UNIVERSE AND MR. DONALD TRUMP ON SHOW THE WHOLE WORLD THAT WINS THE MISS UNIVERSE IS PREPARING AND NO MATTER HOW MANY TIMES HAS PREVIOUSLY WON THAT YOU ARE JUST BEAUTIFUL, INTELLIGENT AND HUMAN. THE TRIUMPH OF VENEZUELA Marelisa GIBSON SE NEVER achieve what has been achieved and would be a worldwide news that last for decades. VENEZUELAN BUT I'M NOT THE BEST WITHOUT ANY DOUBT GIBSON ES Marelisa representing VENEZUELA !!!!!!!

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• on 08/20/10

  by frank16949

  BLUE DRESS WITH THAT VENEZUELA IS DEFINITELY THE QUEEN MAS BELLA THAT HAS BEEN ABLE TO TAKE THE MISS UNIVERSE. WHAT KIND OF BEAUTY THAT Glamour THAT QUEEN OF WOMEN FEEL THE PRESENCE OF A TRUE QUEEN

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• on 08/31/10

  by BELLACHOLLA

  NICE

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• on 04/25/11

  by vvegas

  Hi Tanya... I need your input to help settle a friendly wager with some friends. I would like to know the average weight of this years contestants that are 5'10" in height. Specifically Miss Turke
  Gizem Memic.. The new Carl's Jr Spokes model .I know she is 5'10" and I say she weighs less than 125 lbs and my friends say above 130 lbs.. Anybody know her weight in the competition this year 2010 in Las Vegas? Thanks Vince

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• on 09/05/11

  by manuelcuchito

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• on 09/05/11

  by manuelcuchito

  auxiliooooooo somos dos chicos de venezuela y ya compramos boleto de viaje a sao paulo llegamos el 08 de septiembre y aca en venezuela nos dejaron sin ticket para el show del miss universo ayudanos a poder comprar los ticket please please

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