Cucumbers are a great way to increase your body's water content, which in turn helps to keep your skin appearing glowing.
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Salmon includes protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which help skin glow. Fish and omega-3-rich diets retain collagen and firm skin.
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Broccoli provides skin-healthy vitamins, minerals, and carotenoids. Sulforaphane may prevent sunburn and skin cancer.
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Tomatoes contain vitamin C, lycopene, and all important carotenoids. Sun damage and wrinkles may be prevented by these carotenoids.
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Avocados contain vitamins E and C and healthful fats. They include compounds that may protect your skin from sun damage.
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Bell peppers are rich in antioxidants including beta carotene and vitamin C. Vitamin C is needed to make collagen, a structural protein that strengthens skin.
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Walnuts include important lipids, zinc, vitamin E, selenium, and protein, which your skin needs.
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Red grapes contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that inhibits free radicals that damage skin.
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Green tea catechins are antioxidants that protect skin from sun damage, reduce redness, and increase moisture, thickness, and suppleness.
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Cocoa may prevent sunburn due to its antioxidants. These antioxidants may also enhance wrinkles, skin thickness, hydration, blood flow, and texture.
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