8 winter foods good for skin

Carrot:According to Reader's Digest, not only is it good for your eyes, the antioxidant compound beta-carotene, a precursor to vitamin A in carrots, also boosts immunity and benefits the skin. Carrots also contain lycopene, which can protect the skin against harmful UV rays. Researchers have found that beta-carotene is absorbed more when cooked, so you can steam, blanch or make carrot soup instead of eating them raw.

Pumpkin:Like carrots, this winter food is rich in beta-carotene, which helps the body produce sebum, which keeps skin and hair hydrated and prevents dryness. Pumpkin is also rich in vitamin C, potassium and fiber.

Kale:Able to withstand frost, kale is a food that is always available during the winter. This leafy green vegetable is rich in nutrients that are good for the skin such as vitamins A, K, C and potassium, calcium, magnesium. In particular, vitamin C in kale helps strengthen collagen fibers, giving the skin a firmer look. Photo: Wellnesmagazine.

Broccoli:This cruciferous vegetable is a natural source of glucoraphanin, a compound that helps regenerate and restore skin. Vitamins C and E in broccoli protect the skin against cell damage, and B vitamins help brighten the skin.

Salmon:Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, salmon helps keep skin hydrated and supple. It is also a good source of selenium, which protects the skin against oxidative damage, improves elasticity and reduces inflammation, making it especially good for those with acne.

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