Superfoods for healthy, glowing skin in the summer

Thanh Phuc April 10, 2024 08:09

Incorporate these superfoods into your summer diet for delicious and effective results for healthy, glowing skin…

Summer sunlight increases UV radiation, accelerates premature aging, and damages the skin. Superfoods are rich in antioxidants, which are a natural defense system against these harmful effects. They help fight free radicals, repair damage, promote healthy, radiant skin… and are considered as sunscreen from within.

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UV radiation accelerates premature aging...

- Blueberry:Rich in vitamins A, C, E, antioxidants… This perfect combination helps protect the skin against UV rays, making the skin brighter and healthier.

-Tomato:Tomatoes are a popular summer food and are rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that helps your skin fight damage from the sun and free radicals. Enjoy tomatoes fresh (raw, blended) or cooked...

- Avocado:Rich in monounsaturated fats and omega-3s, avocados are essential for maintaining your skin's natural moisture barrier. This helps promote healthy, hydrated, soft skin...

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Avocado provides moisture to the skin.

- Citrus fruits:Loaded with vitamin C, which fights free radicals and boosts the appearance of skin, so add some sunshine to your day with a juicy orange or grapefruit.

- Green leafy vegetables:Spinach, kale... not only make delicious salad additions, they are also rich in antioxidants such as vitamins C and E. These fight against UV damage and environmental aggressors, keeping your skin youthful and radiant. Leafy greens also have a high water content, which helps your body stay hydrated (a big deal in the summer).

- Watermelon:Not only does it help cool you down, this summer favorite is also rich in vitamins C and A, along with lycopene, which helps fight sun damage. Watermelon's high water content is another bonus, helping to keep your skin hydrated and plump.

-Cherries:Cherries are rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties, which help address skin inflammation and free radical damage. Cherries also contain polyphenols, which help reduce skin cell damage.

Incorporating these superfoods into your summer diet is a delicious and effective way to achieve healthy, radiant skin.

However, a balanced diet is key to overall health, including skin health. So enjoy a variety of nutritious foods this summer and don’t forget sunscreen – a summer essential for comprehensive skin protection./.

Thanh Phuc