Whether you’re born beautiful or not, there are steps you can follow to achieve radiant health. The following five tips will help you achieve inner beauty, feel refreshed, and improve your mood.

To maintain healthier and younger looking skin, drink plenty of water. The suggested amount is 64 ounces for the average person, even more for those suffering from obesity. Drinking water assists in bodily functions, such as cleansing toxins from your system, improving digestion, and boosting blood circulation.

The body needs a certain amount of water to function properly. If you deprive the body of what it needs, wastes will not be flushed adequately. Your body will retain more water than it needs, and the kidneys aren’t able to function at optimum level.

By following a simple plan to eat healthier food, you can alleviate, and often eliminate, skin problems. While a variety of nourishment can help skin appear smoother and younger looking, every person is different.

You must assess your body type and eat healthy foods that are best suited to your body. Some individuals are better off following a diet that’s high in protein and fat while others are more suited for whole grains and fruits.

According to a study, which monitored the intake of fruits and vegetables over a six-week period, researchers found that eating two extra portions of fruit and vegetables improved the complexion of the skin for participants.

Does this mean the researchers from the University of St. Andrews have proven eating more fruits and vegetables help the skin produce naturally glowing skin? Maybe and maybe not, but we are what we eat. Fruits and vegetables are healthier choices for your diet than Wendy’s or McDonald’s!

Beauty that comes from a bottle isn’t what it’s cracked up to be.  You reach for moisturizers, deodorants, shampoos, and powders but are they good for your skin?  Check the labels of your favorite beauty products. You’ll find there are harsh chemicals added to some natural beauty potions. Choose healthier alternatives.

How much beauty sleep does a person really need? Studies revealed not getting adequate rest can increase your risk of diabetes, heart attacks, and packing on the weight. You also need to give your body the rest it needs to heal properly.

Strive for eight hours of nightly slumber. During this period of rest, your body will rejuvenate skin cells, reduce stress, lower blood sugar levels, and boost your concentration for the following day.

While some individuals are born beautiful on the outside, it’s still beneficial for them and the rest of us to take care of our bodies—inside and out. Get plenty of rest, be mindful of what you put in your mouth and on your skin, and drink 64 ounces of water a day to nourish your inner beauty.