{"id":20531,"date":"2020-08-17T20:37:16","date_gmt":"2020-08-17T20:37:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/?p=20531"},"modified":"2023-01-06T01:01:02","modified_gmt":"2023-01-06T01:01:02","slug":"hyaluronic-acid-foods","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/hyaluronic-acid-foods\/","title":{"rendered":"The Top Hyaluronic Acid Foods for Hydrated Skin"},"content":{"rendered":"

Incorporating hyaluronic acid<\/a> foods into your diet can give you a glowing complexion. <\/em>Jessica Bippen, MS, RD<\/em><\/a>, shares what foods contain hyaluronic acid naturally and additional plant-based foods that can boost your body’s production of the famously hydrating molecule.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

Hyaluronic acid gets a lot of attention<\/a> in the beauty industry\u2014and for good reason. When applied topically, it can benefit your skin’s appearance by locking in moisture and keeping your skin hydrated. The end result? Plump, hydrated skin<\/a> that seriously glows.<\/p>\n\n\n

While it’s more commonly applied topically, research shows that ingesting hyaluronic acid foods and supplements<\/a> can support your skin by reducing the formation of wrinkles<\/a>. These HA-rich foods can also increase collagen production<\/a>, keep tissues and joints well-lubricated, and aid in wound healing.By incorporating hyaluronic acid into your diet, you can support fresh, hydrated skin and a healthy body. Keep reading to discover the top hyaluronic acid foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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First, <\/strong>What Is Hyaluronic Acid<\/strong>?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n

Hyaluronic acid, also known as hyaluronan, is a large chain of sugar molecules found throughout the entire body. However, you can find the most concentrated sources of hyaluronic acid in the skin, connective tissues, and the synovial fluid<\/a> that lubricates your joints.<\/p>\n\n\n

This molecule attracts over 1,000 times its weight in water, making it the gold standard for hydration and retaining moisture.<\/p>\n\n\n

As you age, your body breaks down naturally-occurring hyaluronic acid and also produces less of it. This process plays a role in some of the most visible signs of aging, such as dry skin, fine lines, and wrinkles, as well as joint pain.<\/p>\n\n\n

Here\u2019s the good news: You can proactively slow down this process by incorporating certain foods and supplements to help your body replenish your hyaluronic acid levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Foods High in Hyaluronic Acid<\/h2>\n\n\n

Wondering what the best source of hyaluronic acid is? Since hyaluronic acid is distributed around cells and helps form connective tissues, it\u2019s widely found in animals like cows, fish, and chicken.The best hyaluronic acid food sources come from animals, but there are plant-based and vegan source of hyaluronic acid.<\/p>\n\n\n

Foods High in Hyaluronic Acid<\/h2>\n\n\n

Since hyaluronic acid is distributed around cells and helps form connective tissues, it\u2019s widely found in humans and animals like cows, fish, and chicken.<\/p>\n\n\n

Despite popular belief, plants don’t contain hyaluronic acid. It also doesn\u2019t exist in fungi or insects. Therefore, the best hyaluronic acid food sources come from animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bone Broth<\/h3>\n\n\n

Bone broth is the best food source of hyaluronic acid.<\/p>\n\n\n

This golden elixir comes from cooking the bones of animals like chicken, beef, and fish in water over time. The slow-cooking process breaks down the bones, skin, cartilage, and ligaments of animals. As a result, their nutrients\u2014including hyaluronic acid and collagen\u2014release.<\/p>\n\n\n

You can sip on bone broth for a nutrient-rich beverage. Alternatively, you can use it to cook in place of the water, broth, or stock in soups, stews, grains, and beans. (Added bonus: It\u2019s one of the top immune-boosting soup ingredients<\/a> out there.)<\/p>\n\n\n

Organ Meats<\/h3>\n\n\n

The organs of most livestock, as well as the eyeballs of fish, are potent natural sources of hyaluronic acid.<\/p>\n\n\n

While eating organs like liver can help your body maintain its hyaluronic acid stores, these foods don’t typically show up in Western diets. The good news? You don’t have to rely on organ meats and eyeballs to boost your hyaluronic acid production.<\/p>\n\n\n

Are There <\/strong>Vegan Sources of Hyaluronic Acid<\/strong>?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n

Hyaluronic acid supplements and topical creams often contain hyaluronic acid from animals. That said, there are also vegan sources of hyaluronic acid, which are derived from bacteria and yeasts<\/a> that undergo a fermentation process. (HUM\u2019s own vegan hyaluronic acid supplement<\/a> packs HA produced by microbial fermentation.)<\/p>\n\n\n

There are also plant-blased sources of hyaluronic acid, such as chlorella<\/a> (green algae infected by the chlorovirus). This fermentation process typically produces hyaluronic acid with a small molecular weight that’s ideal for benefits for your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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