Skin healing smoothie

|Katie Layland
This nutrient-packed smoothie contains a sneaky vegetable that you can't even tell is in there. The inclusion of carrot to this smoothie adds additional skin healing benefits which you will love. Oh and we almost forgot to mention...it's delicious too!

The health benefits:

Carrots are extremely rich in beta carotene, which can help to increase your skin's hydration and protect it from UV sun damage.  Beta carotene is converted to vitamin A in the body which also encourages skin cell turnover.  
Papaya is also rich in beta carotene, and especially high in vitamin C which is vital for the formation of collagen in the skin and is necessary for wound healing.
     
NOTES: 
Papaya contains a higher level of amines, so if you do not tolerate amines or are following the FID  (Food Intolerance Diagnosis program from The Eczema Detox), then avoid papaya until you have improved your amine tolerance.         
Carrots contain moderate levels of salicylates so this smoothie should be avoided if you are following the FID program. 
 

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1/2 cup of grated peeled carrot
  • 3/4 cup of frozen banana
  • 3/4 cup of frozen papaya
  • 1 cup of dairy-free milk such as rice milk or oat milk
  • 2-3 scoops of skin friend AM
Optional extras
  • 1 tablespoon of chia seed (for an omega 3 boost)
  • 1 teaspoon of flaxseed oil (for an omega 3 boost)
  • 1 heaped tablespoon of GF oats 

METHOD:

Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender or Nutri bullet and. blend on high until smooth. Taste, adjust if needed, and enjoy! 

 

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At Eczema Life, we recommend following a low food chemical program based on nutritionist Karen Fischer's 'The Eczema Detox' book. Along with our additive-free supplements for skin health and wellbeing. 

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Food photos and recipe by Katie Layland  

 

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Frequently asked questions

Does food allergy trigger eczema?

Food allergy and eczema are closely linked, and allergies can absolutely make eczema worse, but they're often not what starts it in the first place. In fact, research suggests the reverse may be more accurate: eczema itself may come first and increase the risk of developing food allergies, rather than the other way around (Tsakok et al. 2016). One study found that babies with eczema were up to six times more likely to become
sensitised to foods compared to those without eczema. In children with established eczema, up to 66% showed food sensitisation, with confirmed food allergy in up to 81% of cases (Tsakok et al. 2016).

If you or your child has a diagnosed food allergy, those foods should be avoided for now. For additional guidance, the Food Intolerance Diagnosis (FID) Program in The Eczema Detox book can help identify food intolerances that do not show up in allergy tests (see next FAQ).
Do food allergy tests help eczema?

Skin prick tests and other food allergy tests including blood tests and patch tests can be unreliable on their own, so an oral food
challenge (supervised by an allergy specialist if you are prone to anaphylaxis), is the most accurate way to confirm whether you or your child is reacting to a particular food. For additional guidance, the FID Program in The Eczema Detox book can help you to identify your personal triggers.
About the authors

Ren Karen Fischer is a nutritionist, mother of two, and award-winning author of seven books, including the bestsellers The Eczema Diet and The Eczema Detox. Fischer is also a peer-reviewed published researcher, and is currently undertaking eczema research as part of a Master's by Research at Bond University. Combining clinical research with real-world experience, she is dedicated to advancing evidence-based care for eczema.

Nutritionist Bonnie Taylor holds a Bachelor of Health Science degree and helps people with eczema identify their individual triggers through the FID Program. Taylor has worked alongside Fischer for many years and offers nutrition consultations by appointment.