Many foods promote skin health. Some are at their most
beneficial when eaten raw:
Kale and Spinach
Kale and spinach help keep skin firm because they contain
phytonutrients that provide extra protection from sun damage. Spinach is
especially good because it is loaded with the nutrients beta-carotene and
lutein, which have been shown to improve skin elasticity.
Tip: Try to get about three cups of either leafy green per
week. Each is delicious as the foundation of a salad—even tastier mixed
together.
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Walnuts and Pistachios
Walnuts and pistachios are a rich source of vitamins B and E
that help protect against cell damage. Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that
fights free radicals and oxidation that age the skin prematurely, while vitamin
B1 aids circulation to give skin a healthy, youthful glow.
Tip: Pair nuts with a healthy carbohydrate like fruit to
help slow down digestion and the breakdown of sugar.
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Berries and Citrus
Berries are packed with age-defying antioxidants as well as
fiber, a nutrient that helps eliminate toxins before they cause breakouts.
Citrus fruits are loaded with vitamin C, a potent antioxidant that also boosts
collagen production for soft, supple skin.
Tip: Think of a fresh citrus and berry salad as a delicious
beauty treatment you eat!
Apples
Like citrus, apples are also high in vitamin C—helpful for
collagen production. The copper in apples aids the production of melanin, the
brown-black pigment in skin that works as a natural sun protector.
Tip: Add a chopped apple to your salad or yogurt.
Almond Milk
This nut milk is great for your skin because it contains
collagen-boosting copper, as well as the mineral manganese, which helps protect
skin from UV damage. Tip: Use almond
milk as you would regular milk, as a drink, on cereal, or blended with frozen
fruit for a tasty, nutritious smoothie.
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