Complexions on the Hill

Maggie Miley Kelly · Licensed Esthetician · Educator · Author

Your Skin on Stress · Nutrition

Anti-Inflammatory Foods
for the Complexion

What you eat is one of the most direct influences on your skin. Every meal either promotes or reduces the inflammation that drives most persistent skin concerns.

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Foods that calm and heal

Omega-3 fatty acids

Reduce inflammatory cytokines
Salmon · sardines · walnuts · flaxseed
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Antioxidants

Neutralize free radicals · protect collagen
Blueberries · kale · bell peppers · tomatoes
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Probiotics + prebiotics

Restore gut microbiome balance
Yogurt · kefir · kimchi · sauerkraut
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Polyphenols

Reduce UV damage · improve elasticity
Green tea · berries · olive oil · dark chocolate
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Zinc

Regulates oil · supports wound healing
Pumpkin seeds · oysters · chickpeas
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Vitamin C

Essential for collagen synthesis
Bell peppers · citrus · kiwi · broccoli
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Foods that drive skin inflammation

Minimize for clearer skin

Pro-inflammatory foods that worsen most skin conditions
Refined sugar · processed seed oils · ultra-processed foods · excessive dairy · alcohol
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✦ Maggie's note
You do not need to eat perfectly. You need to eat consistently well. Start with one addition per day — one probiotic food, one handful of walnuts, one extra serving of color. Let it build from there.