7 Healing Elixirs For Balanced Hormones & Glowing Skin

Aging is not a process that most of us look forward to and as a society we are obsessed with looking as young as we can. The plastic surgery industry is booming, with millions of people injecting, lasering, cutting, and pulling themselves into youth. But in reality, youthful vitality starts with what we put into our bodies, and, believe it or not, there are plenty of ways to keep ourselves looking and feeling younger through the power of delicious food medicines.

Ever wonder why mermaids always look so gorgeous? I'm pretty sure it's because of the blue-green algae. The aquatic hues of aphanizomenon flos-aquae and spirulina not only decrease inflammation1, but they protect your cells and contain a unique array of antioxidants to help keep your skin and body look more youthful.

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Elevate your traditional hot chocolate with a super blend of adaptogenic mushrooms. Your drink will taste even sweeter knowing that you are fighting inflammation and cellular damage with each sip. Chaga and cordyceps both contain powerful antioxidants that help fight off the effects of aging as well as decreasing pro-inflammatory lipid peroxidation, which actually causes us to age! Keep your brain healthy as well with lion’s mane, which has been shown to decrease cognitive decline.

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To have healthy skin you need healthy hormones. Adaptogens are great at balancing stress hormones and healthy fats are also needed for a radiant complexion. The avocados and coconut-milk in this recipe will make this hormone-friendly green smoothie extra creamy.

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In the kingdom of adaptogens, pearl is the king of beauty. It's a powerhouse source of aminos that strengthen2 your hair and nails and nourish your skin. In addition, lavender helps to calm the skin from the inside out.

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This is a natural glow in a cup. Bee pollen acts as an antioxidant and helps to reduce inflammation, which can contribute to a variety of health conditions including skin problems. The B vitamins (no pun intended!) of pollen supports healthy methylation pathways, which are needed for a healthy gut and skin. Adding in dandelion leaves gives you additional liver detox support from harmful toxins that are no bueno for looking fresh and energized.

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Grass-fed collagen or marine collagen are important proteins, helpful for reducing the effects of aging on the skin. It helps skin to keep its elasticity and, therefore, limits the appearance of wrinkles. Combine this with papayas and blueberries for an extra boost of phytonutrients!

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Bone broth is a superfood when it comes to bringing down inflammation levels and healing the gut. To have healthy skin, you need to have a healthy gut. Turmeric and black pepper work synergistically to calm inflammation throughout your body and on your skin. Make a big pot of this and use as a base for soups or to sip throughout the day.

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