Currently, Hyaluronic acid injections are most commonly used around mouth and on forehead wrinkles and smile lines and to enlarge, moisturize and “plump” lips. The entire injection process takes less than an hour, and requires repeat treatments every four months to a year. Hyaluronic acid treatments are more expensive than those using collagen (a syringe of Restylane or another Hyaluronic acid product might cost up to $500 as compared to around $373 for collagen) but HA injections last longer because they help skin retain natural moisture. When injected, filler plumps up skin by allowing it to attract and hold water. Side effects are much less likely with Hyaluronic acid than with collagen contributing to its attractiveness as an alternative treatment.

The possibilities seem endless for uses of Hyaluronic acid. In Japan, Daikin Industries is even offering an air conditioner that emits Hyaluronic acid from filter to moisturize skin. There are sure to be even more innovations and future ways to take advantage of Hyaluronic acid’s many health and beauty benefits.

Blue/Purple (blueberries, grapes, eggplant, plums) Health Benefits: A lower risk of some cancers, aids in memory function, and healthy aging

Green (spinach, broccoli, salad greens, green peppers, honeydew, kiwi) Health Benefits: A lower risk of some cancers, vision health, and strong bones and teeth

White (onions, bananas, garlic) Health Benefits: Healthy heart, and a lower risk of some cancers

Yellow/Orange (oranges, yellow and orange bell peppers, yellow watermelon, carrots) Health Benefits: Healthy heart, vision health, improved immune system, and a lower risk of some cancers

Red (strawberries, red bell peppers, pink watermelon) Health Benefits: Healthy Heart, improved memory function, and a lower risk of some cancers

Now you can enjoy a colorful plate of food and improve your health at same time!