Blueberries are extremely high in antioxidants, which helps to keep your
skin looking healthy. The majority of berries have high amount of
antioxidants, adding even more to the reason of why they’re the perfect
summer snack!
This dark chocolate is also high in antioxidants, fighting off free
radicals that can cause wrinkles, skin damage, elasticity loss….and
sugar cravings.
Avocado has tons of B-complex vitamins and essential oils to work as an
anti-inflammatory agent and soothe red, blotchy skin. I suppose this is
the perfect excuse to finish off that bowl of guacamole…
Healthy oils, like extra virgin olive oil, keep our skin looking healthy
and lubricated due to the essential fatty acids in them. Just remember:
don’t go overboard since oils are high in calories, but a little EVOO
never hurt anyone.
This cottage cheese may seem a little out of place; however, it’s so
high in selenium that it keeps your skin looking healthy and younger.
The high amounts of calcium and Vitamin D don’t hurt either!
Low-fat yogurts are chock full of Vitamin A, which is great for
maintaining healthy skin cells…and even great for those with diabetes
and thyroid problems.
Filled with essential fatty acids, salmon keeps our skin moisturized by
improving the health of our cell membranes. The healthier the membrane,
the better it can hold in moisture meaning more youthful looking skin
for us. For those of you that don’t like fish, all hope is not lost --
you can always consume some walnuts or flax seed as your substitute.
green tea is
filled with polyphenols, which have anti-inflammatory abilities. It also
contains antioxidants to fight off bacteria and protecting our skin
from environmental radicals that cause us to age quicker. After all
that, who doesn’t want tea?
Still, most people don’t drink as
much water as they should throughout the day to properly hydrate their
skin, keeping it moist and glowing. On top of this, the more hydrated we
are, the easier it is for us to sweat, which helps keep our skin clear
and clean. So drink up!
Walnuts
You don't need to eat cupfuls of walnuts to enjoy their many
benefits: smoother skin, healthy hair, brighter eyes, and strong bones.
Get your daily dose of nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E
by eating a handful by themselves or throwing some in your salad, pasta,
or dessert.
Tomatoes
Tomatoes are the best source of the anti-aging antioxidant lycopene.
Surprisingly, lycopene in tomatoes is more easily absorbed by your body
when it is cooked or processed, so make sure to stock up on canned
tomato sauce, tomato juice, and ketchup.
Kiwis
This small, brown, fuzzy fruit is loaded with vitamin C and
antioxidants, which keep skin firm, help prevent wrinkles, and are great
for healthy bones and teeth. The antioxidants in kiwis also protect you
from cancer and heart disease.
Sweet Potatoes
You should be eating this superfood more often than just at
Thanksgiving. Sweet potatoes are packed with beta-carotene, an
antioxidant that fights aging.
Hate them mashed? Try them cut up and roasted with herbs or onions for an easy, awesome side.
Oysters
The jury's still out on whether oysters are really aphrodisiacs, but
they are a good source of zinc, which aids in skin cell renewal and
repair. Zinc also keeps your nails, hair, and eyes healthy. Who needs an
aphrodisiac when you look and feel beautiful?
Spinach
This leafy green vegetable is rich in nutrients and antioxidants.
Spinach is loaded with lutein, which keeps your eyes healthy and
sparkling. Spinach is also a good source of vitamins B, C, and E,
potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, and omega-3 fatty acids. Trade your
lettuce for spinach, or saute spinach for a quick, healthy side.
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