The Connector
The Connector
Image by Julenka.
Image by Julenka.

The age old saying goes “we are what we eat.” This proves to be true when our skin responds more positively to a diet with fresher ingredients as opposed to junk food.Who needs natural makeup when you can have a radiant complexion? It all starts with a simple change.

The following foods help fight against aging skin:

  1. Blueberries have antioxidants that fight against aging skin.
  2. Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamin A which reduces wrinkles.
  3. Broccoli helps fight lines and wrinkles.
  4. Avocados enhance the complexion and fight aging skin.
  5. Strawberries are rich in vitamin C and fight against wrinkles.
  6. Tuna, salmon and other omega 3 rich foods like fish help to prevent skin damage and keep skin’s collagen firm and youthful.
  7. Pomegranates are rich in antioxidants that fight inflammation and aging.

If you are worried about skin damage, try adding the following foods to your diet:

  1. Tomatoes, carrots and pink grapefruit all contain lycopene which protect skin from sunburn and skin smooth.
  2. Papaya is an excellent source of vitamin C and protects against sun damage as well as encourages skin cell repairment.
  3. Red bell peppers have a plethora of vitamin C that protect skin and repair sun- damaged skin cells.
  4. Spinach has beta-carotene which is an antioxidant that helps to repair skin cells and prevent cancer cells.

In order to take good care of your skin in general, everyone can benefit from trying the following foods:

  1. Almonds have vitamin E which is good for skin health.
  2. Dark Chocolate is rich in antioxidants which keeps skin hydrated and improves blood flow to the face.
  3. Sunflower seeds provide a daily dose of vitamin E and can help with acne problems to keep skin clear.
  4. Carrots can help you achieve a healthy summer glow.

Happy Eating!