Feed Your Skin From The Inside

Your skin isn’t just reacting to what you put on it, it’s responding to what you put in your body and how you live day to day. We’re wrapping up our skin series by stepping back from the endless lineup of cleansers, serums, and “miracle” products and looking at what actually gives skin the raw materials to repair and thrive. If you’ve ever felt pulled into skincare rabbit holes and conflicting internet advice, this conversation is your reset. We talk about why skin health is tied to the same systems that run the rest of you: gut, liver, hormones, immune function, and especially blood sugar. That’s where ultra-processed foods come in. No guilt and no “never eat a cookie again” rules, but we do get honest about the difference between an occasional treat and a diet built around packaged, engineered foods. We also break down glycation in plain language, think “sugar sticking where you don’t want it to stick,” and why that matters for collagen and long-term skin aging. From there, we move into practical nutrition for glowing skin: prioritizing protein for tissue repair, adding vitamin C rich foods to support collagen production, and using supplements as tools instead of substitutes for whole-food nutrition. We also hit hydration, including what water can help with and what it can’t, plus the lifestyle basics that show up on your skin over time: sleep, stress, movement, and nervous system regulation. If you want clearer, calmer guidance on skin care from the inside out, hit play, then subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the show. Support the show Thanks so much for listening! Get all the info here: LinkTree Instagram & Facebook: @spandexandwine Web Site: www.spandexandwine.com