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The Glow

By Debi KeysVolume I, Issue 12 · September 23, 2025Printed on page 2

✨ Do You Want "The Glow…?”

It's Easier Than You Think To Get The Glow – From the Inside Out

Ever wondered how some people have that radiant, glowing skin—like they’ve just returned from a tropical spa retreat? The secret may surprise you: sulfur-rich foods.

Now, before you picture deviled eggs at your office holiday party, let’s set the record straight. Sulfur isn’t just about the smell—it’s often called the “beauty mineral” for good reason. In fact, people travel from all over the world to soak in mineral hot springs (that smell like rotten eggs!) because sulfur has long been linked to detoxification and skin health.

Why Sulfur Matters for Your Skin

Sulfur plays a vital role in your body:

  • Helps digest fats for healthier skin.
  • Regulates carbohydrate metabolism.
  • Aids in flushing out toxins that can clog pores and dull your complexion.

Your Daily Glow Plan

The quickest way to glowing skin isn’t an expensive spa trip—it’s making sulfur-rich foods part of your daily meals. These cruciferous veggies may not always be the most glamorous (or the best-smelling in the kitchen), but they pack a glow-boosting punch:

  • Broccoli
  • Cauliflower
  • Cabbage
  • Bok Choy
  • Kohlrabi
  • Brussels Sprouts

Try This “Glow” Salad

Here’s a delicious way to sneak sulfur-rich foods into your routine:

Salad Ingredients:

  • 1 bunch arugula, chopped
  • 1 bunch watercress, chopped
  • 3 leaves kale, shredded
  • 4 radishes, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thin strips
  • ½ cup purple cabbage
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • Sprinkle of hemp or pumpkin seeds

Dressing:

  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp stone-ground mustard
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • ¼ bunch parsley, finely chopped
  • 4 basil leaves, finely chopped
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil

Whisk together and drizzle over your greens for a vibrant, skin-loving salad.

How Do You Know If You Need More Sulfur?

Consider adding more sulfur foods if you notice:

  • Breakouts or acne-prone skin
  • Brittle hair and nails
  • A pale or tired-looking complexion

Even if your skin feels fine now, sulfur can still be your secret weapon for that extra glow factor.

Give your skin the nutrients it craves!

To your health, Debs~

Debi Keys, CHHC, CPT Certified Holistic Health Coach Advanced Sports Nutritional Advisor Certified Pilates Instructor & Personal Fitness Trainer

www.yourkeys2health.com www.getfit21now.com Mobile: 951-452-1311

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