4 Food Habits Followed by Queen Letizia of Spain and Julia Roberts for Radiant Skin

Having clean and radiant skin seems like a challenge for many. Beyond the variious creams, tonics, and treatments on the market, maintaining a balanced diet is the real secret to achieving incredible results. Proof? Look no further than Dr. Perricone's famous diet, followed by the likes of Queen Letizia, Julia Roberts, Gwyneth Paltrow, Cate Blanchett, and Uma Thurman. Below, check out four easy eating habits that will put you on the way to a glowing complexion.

To achieve radiant skin, it is necessary to be consistent in the intake of high quality proteins such as eggs, fresh fish, tofu, and almonds. In an interview with Glamour Spain, Dr. Perricone himself said that even though our body is made up of protein, our body does not store it. Therefore, being dilligent about consuming high quality proteins can lead to more radiant skin.

When thinking about a balanced diet, it is natural to rethink the intake of carbohydrates. However, carbs are necessary to keep your body functioning properly and, consumed in proper amounts, can bring many benefits to your skin. Complex carbohydrates, like tomatoes and sweet potatoes, are a great source of fiber and antioxidants that can help keep your body and skin glowing. 

When you think of healthy eating the word "fats" might seem like a turn off, however, healthy fats are essential to your diet. Good fats, contained in things like tuna and salmon, help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and protect against UV rays. Fatty acids to look for include omega-6 and omega-9, which you can find in things like soybeans and in a wide array of seafood.

You may never have even heard of alpha lipoic acids, but they are “one of the key elements against aging, as it contributes to the production of energy in the cell, protecting it against inflammation,” according to Dr. Perricone. To increase the intake of this substance, look to vegetables like peas, spinach, and broccoli.