Introduction

Choose to Get Plump, Glowing, and Youthful Skin with Your Thanksgiving Glow Meal. Thanksgiving isn’t just a Holiday for Comfort Foods and Cozy Family Time—it’s also the Perfect Moment to Nourish your Model Skin from Within. While the Season often Encourages Heavy Dishes and Sugary Treats, Your Divine, Model Skin, Fairy, God Mother here, will Easily Teach you to Incorporate Adaptogen and Antioxidant Packed Foods and Beverages that will Delight your Taste Buds, Soul, and Beauty. 

Thanksgiving Model Skin Favs

Adaptogens

Adaptogens help the body respond to stress, including oxidative and environmental stress that speeds up aging. When your stress hormones are balanced, your skin barrier stays stronger, more hydrated, and less inflamed. 

Antioxidants

Antioxidants fight the free radicals that break down collagen and elastin. The more antioxidant-rich foods you eat, the smoother, firmer, and brighter your skin appears—especially during colder months.

Thanksgiving Skin-Supporting Foods & Drinks 

1. Sweet Potatoes – Beta-Carotene Glow Boosters

Creamy, Naturally Sweet, and perfect for Thanksgiving Tables, Sweet Potatoes are Loaded with Beta-Carotene, which converts to Vitamin A. This Nourishes the Skin, Supports Collagen Production, and gives the Complexion a Natural Warm Glow.

Try:

Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon and Coconut Oil (you could also Mash them) 

2. Cranberries – The Ultimate Collagen Protectors

Fresh Cranberries are Full of Vitamin C and Polyphenols that Protect Collagen and Brighten the Skin. Skip the Canned Sauce and Fresh Cranberry Sauce. 

Try:

Cranberry-Orange Compote with a Sprinkle of Clove

Rosemary Cranberry Water 

3. Mushrooms – An Adaptogen Superstar

Certain Mushrooms (Reishi, Chaga, and Turkey Tail) are Adaptogenic and Support the Nervous System and Immune Function, which Helps Calm Skin. 

Try:

Mushroom Gravy and/or Soups w/Adaptogenic Mushroom Powder

Reishi-Cacao Hot Chocolate

4. Brussels Sprouts & Broccoli – Detoxifying Antioxidant Greens

These Cruciferous Veggies contain Sulfur Compounds that Help Detoxify the Body while Supporting Collagen Structure. They’re High in Vitamins C, K, and Folate—essential for Repairing Stressed or Dry Seasonal Skin.
 

Try:

Roast them with Balsamic Glaze and Serve with a Sprinkle of Pomegranate Seeds 

5. Pomegranate – The Anti-Aging Holiday Jewel

Pomegranate Arils are Packed with Ellagic Acid, a Strong Antioxidant that Reduces Sun Damage and Boosts Skin Firmness.
 

Try:

Salads w/Pomegranates

Stuffing w/Pomegranates 

Pomegranate Mocktail:  Pomegranate Juice + Sparkling Water + Mint 

6. Turmeric – The Golden Anti-Inflammatory Spice

A pinch of Turmeric added to Delivers Curcumin, a Potent Anti-inflammatory and Antioxidant.

Try:

Golden Thanksgiving Latte: Turmeric, Ginger, Cinnamon, and Hot Oat or Coconut Milk. Perfect Post Dinner Beverage for Digestion, Inflammation, and Soothing Stressed Holiday Skin. 

Roasted Vegetables w/Turmeric

Soups w/Turmeric

7. Green Tea & Matcha – Sip Your Antioxidants

Matcha or Jasmine Green Tea are filled with Catechins that Protect Collagen, Calm Redness, and Fight Breakouts Triggered by Holiday Stress.  

Try:

Holiday Matcha Latte – Hot Milk, Eggnog, Matcha Powder, Sprinkle Nutmeg

8. Bone Broth – The Collagen-Boosting Comfort Cup

Warm and Soothing, and perfect for Chilly Thanksgiving Evenings; which Support Collagen, Elasticity, Hydration, and Mineral-Rich from within. 

Try: 

Warm Bone Broth in Mug and drink like Tea

Bone Broth in Soups

9. Cinnamon, Ginger & Cloves – Skin-Loving Spices

Holiday Spices are Antioxidant Powerhouses.

• Cinnamon Boosts Circulation for that Rosy Glow.
  
  
• Ginger Calms Inflammation and Supports Digestion, which often shows up on your Skin.
  
  
• Cloves offer some of the Highest Antioxidant values of any Spice.
  
  

Try:

Add to Teas, Yogurt, Desserts, Roasted Veggies, and/or Mocktails.

10. Dark Chocolate – The Healthy Holiday Indulgence

Opt for 70% Cacao or Higher to enjoy Flavonoids that Enhance Moisture Retention and Improve Skin Texture. 

Try:

Dark Chocolate with Fresh Berries or Pomegranate for a Decadent Antioxidant Dessert. 

Bonus: Healthy Lavish Dessert

Adaptogenic Cacao Pumpkin Mousse (Healthy, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free)

A Silky, Pudding-like, No-Bake Dessert that blends Pumpkin’s Beta-Carotene Glow, Cacao’s Antioxidants, and Mushroom Powder’s Adaptogenic Calming Properties. Have extra and enjoy more Firm, Glowy, Hydrated, and Balanced Model Skin. 

Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

Wet Ingredients

• 1 cup Pumpkin Purée (Unsweetened)
  
  

• ¼ cup Full-fat Coconut Milk (or Greek Yogurt if you prefer)
  
  

• 2–3 tbsp Maple Syrup, Agave or Raw Honey (to taste)
  
  

• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  
  

Dry Ingredients

• 2 tbsp Raw Cacao Powder
  
  

• 1–2 tsp Adaptogenic Mushroom Powder
  (Reishi, Chaga, and/or Lion’s Mane work best for dessert flavor)
  
  

• ½ tsp Cinnamon
  
  

• ¼ tsp Ginger Powder
  
  

• Pinch of Sea Salt
  
  

Optional Boosts

• 1 tbsp Chia Seeds (for Thickening + Omega Glow)
  
  

• 1 tbsp Collagen Powder (for extra Firmness & Skin Support)
  
  

Instructions

1. Blend the Base
   Add pumpkin purée, coconut milk (or yogurt), maple syrup, and vanilla to a blender or bowl. Mix until smooth.
   
   

2. Add the Skin-Loving Powders
   Sprinkle in the cacao, mushroom powder, cinnamon, ginger, and sea salt.
   Blend or whisk again until creamy and fully combined.
   
   

3. Thicken If You’d Like
   Stir in chia seeds if you want a thicker, pudding-like texture.
   Let the mixture rest 10–15 minutes to set.
   
   

4. Chill
   Refrigerate for at least 1 hour for mousse-like firmness (or overnight for a thicker dessert).
   
   

5. Serve
   Spoon into small bowls and top with:
   
   

   • Cacao Nibs
     
     

   • Crushed Walnuts or Pecans
     
     

   • Coconut Whipped Cream
     
     

   • A drizzle of Maple Syrup
     
     

   • Pumpkin Spice or Seeds
     

Recommended Products

Drink ZBIOTICS before having any Alcohol; use discount code: COVAIN for your 1st time purchase

Manage your Sleep and Stress with Sleep & Stress Support Supplement

Start your Day with a Collagen Smoothie Or Superfood Protein Powder Shake

Exfoliate During Tub Time w/Cedar Sunrise Salt Soak; use 10% off discount code – COVAINOFFICIAL  

Apply this Gentle Sugar Scrub – Forever Green Body Scrub; use 10% off discount code – COVAINOFFICIAL  

Shave with Herbal Shaving Soap

Protect your Skin with Clear Mineral Zinc Sunscreen SPF 30 & CLEAR MINERAL ZINC CHAPSTICK SPF 30

Keep Skin Moist with HYDRATE BODY OIL

Hydrate & Repair your Skin with Herbal Magic Cream

Conclusion

Thanksgiving doesn’t have to Derail your Wellness or Model Glow. By incorporating Antioxidant-rich and Calming Adaptogens into Foods and Beverages, you can enjoy Indulgent Holiday Flavors that Nourish your Skin from the Inside Out. Enjoy what’s on your Special Menu, Feel Grateful for Everything, and Happy Thanksgiving! 

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Author: Danielle N. Mott