We’ve all been through periods in our lives when we haven’t had the time or inclination to eat healthily. And you don’t need us to tell you that it shows on your skin almost immediately. It stands to reason – the skin is your body’s largest organ, it’s constantly renewing itself and it’s nutrient-hungry.
Now scientists are discovering more about the complex relationship between complexion and diet. Many, believe the typical western diet is a major cause of wrinkles. In particular, Dr Perricone singles out our love of sugar and simple carbohydrates, such as white bread, as a problem area. He argues that a sugary diet encourages collagen fibres (which should keep your skin springy and firm) to stiffen in a process known as glycation, leading to visible ageing.
