21-Day Diet Plan For A Healthy, Youthful & Beautiful Skin

Follow this 21-day diet plan and make your skin get healthier, younger and more beautiful.

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Introduction

In today’s world, most of us if not all are conscious about skincare, whether you are in your teenage, youth, middle age or old age you want your skin to be healthy, beautiful and youthful. While there are still a lot of people who associate skincare and beauty with women, even men are extremely conscious about skincare.

In this article, we will provide you with a 21-day diet plan for improved and glowing skin. You may wonder why it is 21 days and not 7,14 or 28 days, well that's because as per various scientific studies it takes 21 days to build a habit, so without any further delay let's get started.

Week 1:

For the first set of three days of the 1st week here is the diet plan below-

Day 1–3:

Breakfast: An extremely healthy meal to kick off your first day of the diet plan.A bowl of oatmeal with almond milk, topped with blueberries and chia seeds.

Snack: To build on a good start have One fresh and medium-sized apple as a light healthy and nutritious snack.

Lunch: For lunch, a protein-packed heavy meal is the best and we suggest Grilled chicken breast with a side of steamed broccoli and brown rice.

Snack: Post lunch a light yet nutritious and delicious snack like one small bowl of mixed nuts and seeds is recommended.

Dinner: A protein-rich but light meal for dinner is Grilled salmon with a side of quinoa and roasted carrots to wind up your day

Day 4–6:

For the second set of days of the 1st week the below diet plan is to be followed-

Breakfast: A relatively lighter yet nutritious meal to start your day is a pair of boiled eggs with whole-grain toast and avocado.

Snack: Follow up your healthy breakfast with A medium-sized banana as your snack.

Lunch: A nutritious salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, and protein-rich grilled chicken breast will be the meal for your lunch.

Snack: Once again a light yet nutritious follow-up to your lunch is One small bowl of berries.

Dinner: Grilled chicken skewers with a side of roasted sweet potato and asparagus.A relatively lighter yet nutritious meal to wind up your day.

Weekend:

During the weekend, it’s important to relax and enjoy some downtime. However, that doesn’t mean you have to completely abandon your healthy eating habits. Here are some healthy meals and snacks you can enjoy on your weekend-

Breakfast: A light but highly nutritious and delicious meal is Greek yoghurt with mixed berries and granola in a medium-sized bowl to start your weekend.

Snack: A delicious and nutritious snack post breakfast will be One small bowl of mixed nuts and seeds.

Lunch: For lunch a healthy combo of veggies and meat will be a Grilled chicken salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado.

Snack: Post lunch, a healthy and relatively light snack is One medium-sized apple.

Dinner: Wind up your day with a healthy, yummy and light meal which is Grilled fish with a side of quinoa and roasted vegetables.

Week 2:

For the first set of 3 days in the second week the diet plan is below-

Day 8–10:

Breakfast: A healthy and yummy smoothie made with almond milk, mixed berries, spinach, and chia seeds to kick off the first set of days of the second week.

Snack: Post Breakfast and pre-Lunch the best snack for you to have is One medium-sized banana.

Lunch: A heavy and protein-packed meal for lunch is Grilled chicken breast with a side of roasted vegetables and brown rice.

Snack: After lunch, One small bowl of mixed nuts and seeds is the perfect snack to follow -up.

Dinner: End your day with a healthy and yummy meal of Grilled salmon with a side of quinoa and steamed broccoli.

Day 11–13:

For the second set of three days of the second week, the following diet plan is recommended-

Breakfast: A Pair of boiled eggs with Whole-grain toast and Avocado is the perfect start for the second set of Week 2.

Snack: A small bowl of mixed berries is the perfect follow-up to a healthy breakfast.

Lunch: Once again the yummy and protein-packed meal for your lunch is a salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, and grilled chicken breast.

Snack: A light and healthy follow-up to your Lunch are a medium-sized Apple.

Dinner: Grilled chicken skewers with a side of roasted sweet potato and asparagus to wind up your day in a healthy and yummy way.

Weekend:

Again it’s important to relax and enjoy some downtime during your weekend to freshen up yourself but you need to do it healthily. Here are some healthy meals and snacks you can enjoy:

Breakfast: Start your day with a medium-sized Greek yoghurt with mixed berries and granola for a healthy and yummy beginning.

Snack: Follow up your breakfast with a small bowl of mixed nuts and seeds. You can also add resins and other dry fruits to create a little bit of healthy variation.

Lunch: Again the protein-packed meal of Grilled chicken salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado.

Snack: Fruit Salad or any fruit juice of your choice is a perfect snack post a heavy lunch.

Dinner: Grilled fish with a side of quinoa and roasted vegetables to end your weekend.

Week 3:

For the first set of the third week the diet plan is below-

Day 15–17:

Breakfast: Once again a healthy start to the third weekend of your diet plan is important so A smoothie made with almond milk, mixed berries, spinach, and chia seeds will be your meal.

Snack: A great follow-up to your healthy breakfast will be one small bowl of mixed nuts and seeds which is equally yummy.

Lunch: A protein-packed and highly delicious meal for you to have for lunch is Grilled chicken breast with a side of roasted vegetables and brown rice.

Snack: A good follow-up to your heavy lunch will be a light snack like a medium-sized banana.

Dinner: Grilled salmon with a side of quinoa and steamed broccoli will be a great ending to your first set of days in the third week.

Day 18–20:

Breakfast: Start your day with a Pair of boiled eggs with whole-grain toast and avocado as your breakfast.

Snack: Again, follow up your breakfast with a light snack like a medium-sized apple.

Lunch: A salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, and grilled chicken breast will be your protein-packed meal for lunch once again.

Snack: One small bowl of mixed berries will be your post-lunch delicious and nutritious snack.

Dinner: Grilled chicken skewers with a side of roasted sweet potato and asparagus will be your final meal of the day to wind up in a healthy and tasty way.

Weekend:

Again it's the weekend, so you need to get some downtime. Here are some healthy meals and snacks you can enjoy:

Breakfast: A medium-sized bowl of Greek yoghurt with mixed berries and granola.

Snack: One small bowl of mixed nuts and seeds as a nutritious and delicious follow-up to your breakfast.

Lunch: Grilled chicken salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado will again be your protein-packed lunch.

Snack: After a heavy and power-packed lunch, a medium-sized apple will be your follow-up snack.

Dinner: Grilled fish with a side of quinoa and roasted vegetables will be the end of your day.

Tips for following the 21-day diet plan for improved and glowing skin:

1. Stay hydrated: You must drink at least 8–10 glasses of water daily to keep your skin hydrated and healthy while you follow this diet plan seriously.

2. Choose fresh and organic fruits and vegetables: Make sure the fruits and vegetables you choose to eat are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that promote healthy and glowing skin.

3. Avoid processed foods: Another important thing for you to keep in mind is avoiding processed foods as these are often high in sugar and unhealthy fats that can lead to inflammation and breakouts.

4. Incorporate healthy fats: Healthy fats like avocados, nuts, and seeds are essential for healthy and glowing skin and so they have been incorporated in the above diet plan

5. Exercise regularly: A key element of any healthy diet plan is regular exercise as it promotes healthy blood flow and circulation, which can help to nourish and revitalize your skin.

Conclusion

In conclusion, it's important to note that to get yourself healthy, youthful and glowing skin you must follow every line of this diet plan religiously. But remember to always listen to your body and make adjustments as needed. If you have any specific dietary needs or concerns, it’s always best to consult with a healthcare professional. So, start following this diet plan today and see an improvement yourself.