MANILA, Philippines?We?ve heard the slogan, ?You are what you eat,? countless times.

Even beauty companies have taken this mantra to heart, as many have begun swapping chemical compounds for plant-based nutrients?from green tea extracts, aloe vera, cucumber and oatmeal, to every other fruit, nut, and vegetable that can be juiced and fit into a bottle.

Despite all these products, looking good still begins with eating right. I talked with Bianca Valerio to find out how healthy eating habits keep her looking just as lush as the food she eats.

1. I can never have too much servings of fruits and vegetables on a daily basis.

2. I only eat complex carbohydrates like brown or red rice, and whole wheat bread or pasta.

3. I make sure to drink lots of water. Also, the water and fiber content in all these foods are essential for moisture balance and detoxifying my system.

Bianca Valerio is a model, host, stylist, make-up artist and motivational speaker. We can all learn something from her food philosophy.