Fabia Shahzadi
YOUR face can reveal a lot about your lifestyle, from bad digestion to low iron levels, according to health and beauty experts.
EARS AND JAWLINE
Itchy ears: Itchy ears are often the sign of an allergy or low tolerance. Spending 10 minutes with the arms and face exposed will give the body vital sunshine and relief.
Acne on the jawline: Acne here may result from eating lots of dairy, sugar and refined foods, such as burgers, chips and fizzy drinks. Eat more fresh foods and replace fizzy drinks with water to flush out toxins.
EYES
Dark circles under the eyes: Dark circles that persist despite regular and restful sleep may be a result of food intolerances. Sufferers should remove dairy and wheat from their diet and see if the circles lighten.
White spots on the eyes: A series of white spots near the outer rim can indicate a chronic congestion of the lymphatic system. Avoid lactose and cow’s milk products.
SKIN
Small bumps under the skin: You may be using too strong a product on the skin. Make sure you’re choosing the right cleanser. A milder one would be more suitable if you suffer from this.
Dark patches: These can be caused by medication or illness so be sure to discuss it with your doctor. Eat more fresh foods, drink more water and massage a small amount of castor oil on to existing age spots.
ELSEWHERE ON YOUR HEAD
Bad breath: This can indicate liver disease and digestive disorders, but first check teeth and gums are in good health and avoid garlic-heavy meals.
Dry mouth: This may just mean you’re dehydrated, but if it’s always dry and you don’t smoke or aren’t on medication, it could be a sign of diabetes.
Yellow teeth: Discoloured teeth can be due to drinking too much tea and coffee, or smoking. Some antibiotics can also cause teeth to yellow.