Stretch Mark Prevention by staying hydrated, moisturizing frequently, and preserving a balanced weight loss plan and stable weight.

Those indented streaks you may see on your skin, mostly red, purple, or silver in color, are stretch marks. They just seem to love appearing on the stomach, chest, hips, bottom, and thighs.

Though they are a common sight during pregnancy, anyone can get them at any stage of life. If your mom, dad, grandparents, or other blood relatives have stretch marks, then you are more likely to see them on your skin too.

Even if you’re prone to stretch marks, there are things you can do to reduce your chances of getting them and to treat the ones you already have.

1. Take Control of Your Weight

• Whether you’re pregnant or not, one of the best ways to avoid stretch marks is to be at a healthy weight. These marks show up when you gain weight quickly and your skin stretches quickly. They can also show up after weight loss. Stretch marks can also come from big muscle gains from working out or from puberty growth spurts.
• Avoid drastic changes in your body size. To control your weight stick to a regular exercise routine and a balanced diet. See your doctor to figure out why you’re experiencing sudden weight changes.

2. Stay Hydrated

• Stretch marks can be avoided by keeping your skin moisturized and plump with water.
• According to the Institute of Medicine, men should aim for 104 ounces of water daily, women should aim for 72 ounces.
• Caffeinated drinks like coffee can increase your risk of getting stretch marks, so balance your caffeine intake with lots of water, herbal teas and other non-caffeinated fluids.

3. Eat a Nutrient Rich Diet

• Stretch marks can be caused by a nutrient deficient diet. To improve your skin health eat foods high in:
  • Vitamin C
  • D-vitamin
  • Vitamin E
  • Zinc Protein

• Include a range of vibrant, unrefined foods in your diet. A rainbow of nutrients can be found in a meal consisting of eggs, whole wheat bread, and mixed berries.

4. Eat Foods High in Vitamin C

• Having strong and elastic skin is key to minimizing wrinkles and maybe stretch marks. Collagen plays a big role in this. Collagen synthesis depends on vitamin C. Fruits and veggies especially citrus fruits like oranges and lemons are a good source of it.

5. Take a Vitamin D Supplement

• Stretch marks and low vitamin D levels may be linked, research suggests. Maintaining proper vitamin D levels may help, more research is needed. The easiest way to get your daily dose of vitamin D is through sun exposure. Fortified foods like bread, cereal and dairy products also have it.

6. Eat Zinc Rich Foods

• Zinc helps in wound healing and reduces inflammation so it’s good for the skin. Stretch marks and zinc are not strongly related but eating foods high in zinc like nuts and fish can help maintain good skin.

7. Treat new stretch marks as soon as they appear

• Stretch marks are impossible to avoid totally but you can try to minimize their visibility. For guidance on how to manage new stretch marks consult a doctor or dermatologist. For new marks they can recommend the best treatment and help you identify the cause.

In the end, although stretch marks is a part of life you can manage and minimize their presence by living a healthy lifestyle with proper diet and hydration and proactive treatment.

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