10 Foods That Help in Preventing Skin Problems
The best way to try and prevent any skin problem from
arising in the first place is by taking the right kind of food. Here are a few
foods that can prevent any kind of skin problems:
1) Fatty Fish
Fatty fish, like Salmon, is one of the healthiest foods out there, due to them being a rich source of omega-3
fatty acids, which are highly important for our body. A deficiency of Omega-3
fatty acids in our body can lead to dry skin, and a good supply of it can actually
keep our skin supple, thick, moisturised, reduce redness and acne, and can even
prevent inflammation.
2) Avocados
What can be said about avocados
that have not already been said a million times? They promote the overall health
of our body and are especially good for our skin as well. Avocados protect our
bodies from the harmful UV radiations that the Sun emits. Avocados are also
very rich in Vitamin E, which is really good for the skin.
3) Walnuts
These brainy looking nuts are the
richest form of fatty acids in nuts. They have a good amount of omega-3 fatty
acids omega-6 fatty acids. Both of these fatty acids are really important and
helpful for the proper health of your skin.
4) Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes contain a good
amount of a nutrient called Beta Carotene, which is very good for the skin, as
it not only protects the skin from any problems that can be caused by the sun,
but also prevents cell death in the skin, and dry, wrinkled skin.
5) Red and/or Yellow Bell Peppers
Like sweet potatoes, both red and
yellow bell peppers contain a good amount of Beta Carotene, which, as stated
earlier, is really good for your skin.
6) Broccoli
Broccoli might not taste the
best, but it ranks high among one of the most healthiest foods ever. Broccoli
is full of nutrients and proteins that are good for the skin, and those include
Zinc, Vitamin A and Vitamin C. consuming broccoli can prevent your skin from
becoming dry and wrinkled, and broccoli also contains a compound called Sulforaphane,
which can prevent skin cancer.
7) Tomatoes
Tomatoes are a rich source of
vitamin C and lycopene. Lycopene, like Beta Carotene, protects the skin against
damage from the Sun, and can also prevent wrinkles.
8) Dark Chocolate
Nobody needs a particular reason
to eat chocolate, because what can be eating a bar of chocolate bring, other than
happiness? So, indulge in some happiness, by eating dark chocolate
specifically, because eating dark chocolate can actually prevent rough and
scaly skin and even sunburns. It can even ease out wrinkles.
9) Green Tea
While green tea may not be
everyone’s favourite, it most definitely has a very positive effect on your
skin. It can prevent ageing, and has also improved moisture, roughness,
thickness, and elasticity of skin. Green tea also protects your skin from sun
damage.
10) Red Grapes
Red grapes are rich in a compound called resveratrol, which is known for promoting good skin and slowing down the process of ageing. Incidentally, this compound can be found in Red Wine as well. However, excessive consumption of Red Wine can have more negative effects than positive.
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