5. Green vegetables for shiny skin
Spinach and other green, leafy veggies provide tons of vitamin A, which helps your skin by producing more fresh new cells and getting rid of the old ones, reducing dryness and keeping your face looking young and bright.
Broccoli: Eating more broccoli will help to ward off age-related dryness and wrinkles, suggests research from 2008. Skin-smoothing effects of Vitamin C might be due to its ability to mop up free radicals produced from UV rays and also its role in synthesizing collagen, a fibrous protein which keeps skin firm. Spinach: Spinach boasts carotenoid lutein which protects your skin from UV damage. While buying spinach, pick the one right up in the light. New research reveals that spinach stored continuously under the light for as little as 3 days boasted higher levels of vitamin C and preserved levels of folate, Vitamin K, E, and the carotenoids zeaxanthin and lutein.
6. Nuts for young and soft skin
As with some of the skinny foods on this list, the good stuff in nuts, especially almonds, is enormous antioxidant activity. Vitamin E fights against skin aging free radicals, protecting skin especially from sun damage due to UV -generated free radicals. Vitamin E also seems to help skin hold in moisture; making skin look younger and relieving dryness. Consuming vitamin E with selenium can enhance its antioxidant abilities, so go ahead and add some almonds into the cottage cheese, which is a great source of selenium, for revitalizing your skin. Almonds, walnuts and pistachios also provide a good supply of omega-3 fatty acids, one more great skin nutrient.
7. Whole grains for clear and moisturized skin
The whole food has whole body advantages, not the least of that is perfect skin. Whole foods are basically unprocessed, for instance, whole wheat bread instead of white bread. The whole grain buckwheat is a good source for the antioxidants, which helps reduce skin damage related with inflammation. Wheat germ provides biotin- the B vitamin assisting cells in processing fats. If you do not have enough biotin in your system, your skin can become scaly and dry. In general, whole grains instead of processed carbs improve your complexion. Processed or refined flours might cause an insulin spike, which in turn will encourage acne. Replace your refined flour pancakes with buckwheat pancakes to make a smart acne-reducing move. In fact, it would also help reduce your risk of developing diabetes.
8. Fruits with skin- pampering benefits
Banana: they are loaded with nutrients and antioxidants such as vitamin A, B, C, potassium, magnesium and folate. This fruit heals cracked skin, nourishes and hydrates it beautifully, delaying the signs related to ageing. Mashed banana mixed with a little honey is great for skin.
Avocado: incredibly rich and creamy, this fruit readily transfers its moist goodness on to the skin. Peel, seed and mash an avocado. Mix in a tbsp olive oil and your hydrating face mask is ready. Apply it all over your face and neck and leave on for 10 minutes. Wash with warm water, dab face dry and see the result in no time.
Papaya: rich in papain and Vitamin A, papaya offers incredible antioxidant benefits, helping skin get rid of toxins and reduce a radiant look. Try applying papaya pulp onto your face and neck, and relaxing for a 5 minutes, eyes closed. Wash off with worm water, followed by a splash of cold one. For deeper hydration, mix some milk and honey into the mashed papaya. I bet you did not know that even the skin of this fruit contains nutrients which pamper your skin. After peeling, rub the moist inner skin along your face and neck, than wash off and feel your skin fresh and wide awake.
Strawberries: the antioxidant power of strawberries helps to defy age. These beautiful berries support connective tissue and heal the skin from within. Crush seven to ten strawberries into a pulp and mix with a tbsp of fat free yogurt. Apply this delicious mask on your face and wash off after staying 15 minutes. Your skin will feel radiant and wonderfully soft.
Pomegranate: they are one of the most antioxidant-rich fruits. Researches show that this fruit’s juice has more antioxidants fighting inflammation than green tea or red wine. Eat some fresh pomegranate or use it in your age fighting scrub. Dermatologists suggest applying once or twice a week to remove dead skin cells.
