SkinFood

'Thorough and excellent' The Times

We all want a healthy, glowing complexion, but are we going about it the right way?

Our skin is influenced by many different factors, from our individual genetics to stress, and nutrition to sleep. Each one of these is a piece of a puzzle. Over a decade of treating patients, consultant dermatologist and registered nutritionist Dr Thivi Maruthappu has found that each piece counts. When it comes to our skin we need to start taking a more holistic view, which is why Dr Thivi has devised an innovative, science-backed way to help you achieve the skin that you want: the 4-Step Skin Solution.

Building on pioneering research into the powerful links between the gut microbiome and the skin, Dr Thivi's unique approach prioritises skin health while also helping you to feel great along the way. SkinFood will also explore the importance of the mind-body connection and its vital role in supporting our skin, as well as offer advice on how to develop a bespoke skincare routine that includes ingredients that work for you.

With over forty delicious, tried-and-tested SkinFood recipes designed to target a number of concerns - including acne, ageing well, rosacea, psoriasis and eczema - and in-depth, tailored advice, SkinFood aims to replicate a conversation you might have in a dermatologist's clinic to help you put your skin health at the top of the agenda.

An insightful and nutritionally informative guide to better skin health Matthew Patey OBE, CEO of the British Skin Foundation
An engaging, comprehensive and most importantly, practical guide to skin health and nutrition. Ian Marber, nutrition therapist and author of ManFood
An incredibly well-researched and informative book about the relationship between the food we eat and our skin. Invaluable information for the dermatologist and dermatology patient alike. Fantastic! Dr Emma Craythorne, consultant dermatologist and host of 'The Bad Skin Clinic'
'Given [Dr Thivi's] expertise, it's no surprise that Skin Food is thorough and excellent' The Times

Dr Thivi Maruthappu MA PhD FRCP ANutr is a consultant dermatologist, nutritionist and leading researcher. As the UK's first and only dual-qualified dermatologist and nutritionist, her pioneering expertise bridges the gap between diet and skin health. Dr Thivi works in the NHS and has her own practice based at London's renowned Cleveland Clinic. She is frequently invited as a keynote speaker for healthcare professionals and organisations globally on the topic of nutrition and skin, and also conducts research at King's College, London.

Dr Thivi studied medicine at Oxford University and completed her dermatology training in London. She undertook a PhD to understand the links between our skin and internal health and her research was featured in the scientific press. She completed further training in severe eczema and psoriasis at St John's Institute of Dermatology, London, and achieved a certificate in nutrition science from Stanford Medical School, USA. Over the course of her career, Dr Thivi has garnered numerous academic awards, scholarships and prizes from organisations such as the British Association of Dermatologists, the British Society for Dermatology Research and the Royal Society of Medicine.

We all want healthy, glowing skin, to age well, and to keep the wrinkles at bay. And often we believe that the answer to all our skin woes can be found in an expensive jar of face cream - but what if the first step to baby soft, visibly clear skin is in fact what's on your plate?In SkinFood , leading consultant dermatologist, nutrition expert and researcher Dr Thivi Maruthappu will draw on her experience of treating patients for over ten years, as well as the latest scientific research, to explain how our diet affects our skin - and how understanding the relationship between nutrition and skin will allow you to glow from within. This book will offer no-nonsense, practical advice and tips to help answer your pressing questions on various skin concerns including: Which foods can help fight wrinkles and reduce signs of ageing?How can you eliminate key triggers from your diet to reduce oil production and clear acne?Which nutrients will help to improve acne scarring and redness, and how can you incorporate more into your diet?Which supplements offer real skin care benefits and which ones are best avoided? How can changes in your diet help tackle chronic skin conditions such as rosacea, psoriasis and eczema? SkinFood will take a personalised, tailored approach to equip you with the information you need to adapt your diet - because when it comes to skin, we all know there isn't a one-size-fits-all fix. With delicious, tried-and-tested recipes designed to target a number of skin concerns and in-depth, expert advice, this book aims to replicate the sort of conversation you might have in a dermatologist's office, without having to break the bank.

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