Skin is the largest organ of the body and its condition can be a reflection of a person's health. If a person's skin looks unhealthy, it can often mean that the person as a whole is unhealthy. This may be due to poor diet in terms of their daily eating habits. Everything you eat and drink will affect the appearance of your skin. Therefore, it is very important to care for both the skin and body every day. The skin works to prevent toxins from penetrating deep into the body. It fights elements by electo-statically filtering chemicals out of the air and concentrating these polluted cells in the top layer of the skin before shedding them. That is why polluted environments are so hard on our skin. If you are not eating plenty of healthy foods, your skin will show it. If you are drinking too much alcohol or smoking, the same results take place. You must take care of your skin on a daily basis to prevent aging. You can do this by eating wholesome foods, drinking plenty of water, cleansing properly, and avoiding numerous toxins that will keep your skin from looking and being its best. You will never have to reverse the damage that could occur throughout the years, if good care starts early in life. If you have already experienced damage, it is not too late for you. Your body is always regenerating itself, and given the right treatment, you can reverse damage. The sooner you start the better. Some basic tips to start with are:

? Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun.

? Drink plenty of water- 8-12, 8oz glasses a day.

? Use natural sun block for skin and hair.

? Eat plenty of healthy, vitamin-rich foods, as many vegetables as you can each day. ? Avoid smoking.

? Avoid excessive drinking of alcohol.

? Eliminate process foods from your diet.

? Eliminate high fat foods from your diet.

? Use natural skin care products; no mineral oil or petroleum products on the skin.

Let me help you understand what I mean when I say eat healthy foods. I started improving my diet 30 years ago in 1976; the difference in my health and the health of my family and friends who still consume fast foods, soft drinks, and processes foods is unmistakable. Women's health is at great risk because of the lack of quality foods and the consumption of process high fat foods. I am evidence and know others well over my age of 53 that are in great heath and physical condition. My weight is stable even though I have gone thru menopause. My energy is high even though I am over 50, I feel as good as I did at 30 and did I mention I have birthed and raised five children? Eat vegetables is not clear enough. Eat vegetables at every meal. If you are traveling and you have a chance to eat a salad for breakfast, do it. Eat at least two vegetables with lunch and dinner and snack on vegetables. When you are home be sure to keep carrots, celery, broccoli and cauliflower available to snack on. Eliminate chips, soft drinks or other high sugar foods from your home. If you are reclaiming your health or preserving your health let your friends and family know and ask them to join you.

When I started 30 years ago this information was not so available as it is today. Everywhere you look if you become conscious of this conversation you will see support for your wellness. I have a complaint with the health care industry. I prefer to call it disease care when you are taught to manage your disease not to preserve your health. It is possible to avoid inherited diseases of your family and preserve you health before disease strikes and I am committed to announcing this to the world. Take charge and have your health for the rest of your life. If you are reading this it is your inspiration for today. Tomorrow, and each day from this day forward find an inspiration to move you to new levels of understanding and commitment. Make a commitment to find an article daily, that confirms your commitment to great health for the rest of your life.

If you look around ,you will see everywhere there are support systems to equip you in your quest for health and wellness. Be inspired and motivated to claim health. I know if you have physical health it is more likely you will have spiritual and emotional health as well. Start today! Get health.