For some time now, people have been talking about the famous "lifting diet" created by the renowned Dr. Nicholas V. Perricone, a clinical dermatologist, researcher and author of the Theory of Inflammation-Driven Aging.

What is the Perricone diet?

Perricone promulgates the theory "Beauty from the inside out". Let's not think of the Perricone diet as a slimming diet, it goes much further and what it aims is to achieve a change in lifestyle and diet so that all this is reflected in our skin. It proposes two versionsThe diet of 3 days (which he calls the "flash effect") and the 28-dayThe benefits of the Perricone Complete Diet promise a state of wellness on all levels and, of course, a rejuvenation from within that is reflected in a rejuvenation from the inside out. The benefits of the Perricone Complete Diet promise a state of well-being at all levels and, of course, a rejuvenation from the inside that is extraordinarily reflected on the outside.

What are the fundamental pillars of the Perricone Diet?

1. High-quality proteins: Our skin, muscles, organs, bones, cartilage and even the antibodies that protect us from disease are made of protein. We need a daily ration of what are considered high quality proteins: fresh fish (especially salmon)chicken and turkey, eggs, tofu, kefir and natural yogurt, quinoa and almonds.. All foods should be organic, free of hormones, sweeteners and preservatives (get used to read labels and do not buy anything that contains E-). 2. Complex carbohydrates and fiber: These are those carbohydrates of that do not increase blood sugar levels and do not provoke inflammation. Red fruits (blackberries and raspberries), onions, olive oil, oatmeal and lemon. Essential fatty acids: Good fats that protect our cardiovascular system and help us maintain a balanced weight. Salmon, tuna, sardines, flax oil, chia seeds, sunflower seeds, pistachios, and olive and evening primrose oils.. 4. Antioxidant vitamins and Alpha Lipoic Acid: An important group of vitamins that for Dr. Perricone are fundamental as warriors of our immune system, protecting our organism from diseases such as cancer. Very important: the vitamin A (strawberries and other red fruits), those of the B complex complex (sardines), and C (açaí berries). Alpha Lipoic Acid is found in vegetables such as spinach and broccoli.

What are the enemies of the Perricone diet?

1. Sugar: One of the biggest enemies of our organism and also of our skin because of the destruction caused by glycation in our collagen. We should avoid rice, corn, white bread and dried fruits.
2. Coffee: Increases cortisol levels -the stress hormone-, causes the rise of insulin which causes cellular inflammation.
3. Light soft drinks and bottled juices: High in chemicals and sweeteners.
4. Alcohol: Alcohol inflames the cells. An occasional glass of wine is all that is allowed.
5. Tobacco

Guidelines to accompany the diet

• Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water a dayThe first one on an empty stomach and one at each meal.
• Substitute coffee for tea tea.
• Exercise half an hour a daycombining cardiovascular, muscular strength and flexibility.
• Sleep a minimum of 7 hours.

Which celebrities follow this diet?

Cate Blanchett, Uma Thurman, Eva Mendes, Kate Hudson, Julia Roberts, Anna Wintour and Queen Letizia. More information in: http://perriconemd.es/las-dietas/