Which Superfoods Give You the Healthiest, Glowing Skin
How to achieve radiant skin through proper Food Habits
It’s common knowledge that healthy internal processes provide the foundation for radiant external appearance. Even if you utilise products that have been recommended by dermatologists, poor diet will still show up on your face. However, you might not be aware that there are specific meals that provide more of a benefit to your skin health than others.
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Your Holy List of Superfoods for 2023!
1 - Walnuts
Walnuts are a fantastic option for vegetarians who need to consume omega-3 because of their high nut content. Hydrated, smooth skin is the result of omega-3’s role in maintaining the health of the cell membrane, which affects the cell’s ability to hold water. Furthermore, it can protect the skin from the sun’s rays, lessen the severity of acne, treat dryness, and irritation.
2 - Chia Seeds
Chia seeds are high in fibre and can help keep the skin moist and minimise irritation because of their ability to store water. The condition of one’s skin is directly related to the state of one’s digestive tract, which is why chia seeds have been proved to be helpful.
The microbiome of your skin may benefit from the bacteria that live in your big intestine, according to research. Consider the gut-skin axis, the connection between the gastrointestinal tract and the epidermis. This means that the same meals that are beneficial to the digestive system will also have a positive effect on the skin.
3 - Sweet Potato
Lycopene, found in red and orange vegetables, is a nutrient that helps protect the skin against sun damage, ageing, and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Few foods are as rich in the beauty nutrients as a baked sweet potato. With only half of a medium potato, you’ve already consumed 200% of your recommended intake for the day.
4 - Legumes and Pulses
Beans, peas, and lentils are only some examples of the legume family. Legumes and pulses are rich in vitamin B, which helps the body shed old cells, fight acne, and make collagen.
5 - Oranges
Oranges are one of the most well-known food sources of vitamin C. Moreover, they are a great fruit to eat if you want healthy, radiant skin. These superfruits have been shown to speed up wound healing, increase skin hydration, and promote collagen production.
6 - Green Tea
Because of its high antioxidant content, green tea can help clear congested skin and shield it from environmental aggressors. In what way? A radiant, healthy look to one’s skin. Drink a cup of this miracle tea and notice how your skin improves immediately.
7 - Blue Berries
Antioxidants and vitamins found in blueberries have been shown to strengthen collagen fibres in the skin and improve its overall appearance. You can either consume these amazing berries (they taste great in a smoothie) or apply a mask made of crushed blueberries and yoghurt to your face for an instant shine.
8 - Avocado
The monounsaturated fatty acids included in our favourite brunch fruit have been shown to moisturise the skin and protect it from the damaging effects of UV rays, making it a more viable option for protecting against premature ageing. Aside from being a delicious food, avocados have many health benefits, including boosting the skin’s moisture and calming inflammation.
9 - Tomatoes
Tomatoes are rich in the antioxidant lycopene, which strengthens collagen and protects skin from the sun’s oxidising effects.
10 - Brazil Nuts
You can get the required daily amount of selenium, the mineral that helps preserve elastin, the protein that keeps your skin smooth and tight, from eating just two brazil nuts each day. Vitamin E and copper, both of which help your body make melanin, a substance that helps shield your skin from the sun’s damaging rays, are both abundant in brazil nuts.
11 - Turmeric
Aside from its well-known anti-cancer and pain-relieving properties, turmeric is also a well-known “superfood” for its efficacy in keeping the skin healthy and youthful. Also, curcumin can be found in abundance in turmeric. This powerful antioxidant is one of the most efficient anti-inflammatories currently available. Put it in your curries, make a tea out of it, or take it as a supplement, and your skin will look radiant.
12 - Carrots
Beta carotene in carrots acts as a natural sunscreen, and the high vitamin A content in carrots aids in the repair of sun-damaged collagen. Carrots are like having your own personal magic wand because they are beneficial for your eyes and your skin. There’s no magic involved, simply lots of beta-carotene and vitamin A (the active ingredient in retinol-based skin care products), which works by promoting cell turnover.
13 - Kale and Spinach
Vitamin K, which aids in blood clotting and speeds up the healing process, is abundant in leafy greens like kale and spinach. Vitamin C, found in abundance in kale, helps improve the appearance of skin tone and texture.
14 - Almonds
Many people use almonds because of their well-known skin-healing benefits. They have a lot of vitamin E, which protects against UV damage and helps heal damaged cells. As an antioxidant, vitamin E helps slow the effects of ageing on the skin and keeps it looking healthy. A more even skin tone is another benefit you may experience.
Hope these help you up your skincare game in 2023!
Cheers,
Swapnali
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