Can eating well avoid stretch marks?
On One Hand: Healthy Eating is a StretchA healthy diet will not prevent stretch marks. Stretch marks are formed when the skin is pulled too far and too fast and doesn’t have time to bounce back. When elasticity is lost, the tissue begins to break down. Adolescents, body builders and pregnant women commonly experience the rapid growth associated with stretch marks. According to the Mayo Clinic, there is no way to prevent them.On the Other: Lessening the ImpactMoisturizing the skin, drinking plenty of water, avoiding caffeine and eating nutrient-rich foods can help stem the tide, however. According to the Cleveland Clinic, moisturizing with an oil-based lotion will soften the skin and make it less prone to scarring.
