TOP 15 FOODS FOR PERFECT RADIANT SKIN:

TOP 15 FOODS FOR PERFECT RADIANT SKIN:
1. Carrots: Good for clearing up breakouts. Prevents the overproduction of cells in the skin’s outer layer. Reduces the development of skin-cancer cells.
2. Dark Chocolate: Flavonols, the antioxidants in dark chocolate, reduce roughness in the skin and protect against sun damage.
3. Flaxseeds: Contain omega-3 fatty acids which erase spots, aid hydration and iron out fine lines.
4. Green Tea: Releases catechins, a type of antioxidant with proven anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.
5. Yogurt: The presence of live culture along with lactic acid, zinc and other minerals and enzymes ensures that you are left with a healthy glowing skin.
6. Safflower Oil: The omega-6 fatty acids act as an ultimate moisturizer for painfully dry, flaky and itchy skin by keeping cell walls supple, allowing water to better penetrate the skin.
7. Spinach: Folate helps repair and maintain DNA. The water penetrates cell membranes making the skin plumper and less wrinkled.
8. Sweet Potatoes: Loaded with vitamin C (essential for collagen production) to smooth out wrinkles. Deficiency of collagen leads to loose, saggy and wrinkled skin.
9. Tomatoes: Lycopene, the phytochemical that makes tomatoes red, helps eliminate skin-aging free radicals caused by UV rays.
10. Tuna in a Can: Contains selenium which helps preserve elastin, a protein that keeps your skin smooth and tight. Also stops free radicals, created by UV exposure, from damaging cells.
11. Watermelons and mangoes: Carotenoids help to protect your skin from sunburn.
12. Oysters: Very high content of zinc that makes the skin, scalp and hair healthy.
13. Vitamin C rich foods (kiwis, grapefruits and oranges): Help stimulate the synthesis of collagen.
14. Peppers: Chilli peppers contain healthy amount of vitamin C and can speed one’s metabolism. Also contains capsaicin – the active component which promotes beautiful skin, protecting it from damage.
15. Nuts and almonds: Have high levels of vitamin E, protecting your skin from the environmental damage and preventing various skin irritations and flare-ups.

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