Pharmacist's suggestions
Matchsupplementsmultivitamins and antioxidants (e.g. multivitamins, see E, see C) capable of neutralizing free radicals which prevent correct synthesis and degrade collagen and elastin fibres. Maintain your body and skinwell hydrated.Lowers cortisol levelswith supplements based on vitamin D, melatonin, phosphatidylserine.
Personal trainer suggestions
Releases the body from tension and stress
with yoga and pilates, and thus lowers the levels of cortisol, the stress hormone, which - if in excess - can alter the quality of the elastin fibres, resulting in a loss of skin elasticity. Also perfect in combination are targeted exercises such as abdominals and squats, which tone and firm the areas where stretch marks appear and prevent or reduce their formation.Never make too intense efforts, they could make the situation worse.
Nutritionist's suggestions
A low-fat diet andrich in vitamins, fiber and whole grainsit can help avoid being overweight, tone the skin and consequently reduce the risk of stretch marks. Particularly valuable are: vitamins A – eggs, milk, fish – B – carrots, peaches, apricots, melons – C – citrus fruits, kiwis, peppers, cabbage and broccoli – minerals and substances with an antioxidant action, such as polyphenols and omega 6 and 3, contained in walnuts and olive oil.
Drinkat least two liters of water a day,avoidjunk food, tea, coffee, alcohol, smoking... but above all avoidsudden changesand important in weight!
