10 Foods for Healthier Skin

Get Glowing with Chocolate

Cocoa hydrates your skin, making it firmer and more supple, Dr.  says. "And dark chocolate contains high levels of flavonols, a potent type of antioxidant ," adds  a dermatologist. For maximum flavonol content, eat chocolate that's at least 70 % cacao. A couple of squares a day should be enough to improve luminosity. "When applied topically, the caffeine in chocolate may temporarily reduce skin puffiness," says  a dermatologist.

Prevent Wrinkles with Yoghurt

The protein you get from eating dairy helps skin become firmer, so it's more resistant to lines, Dr.  says. Greek yoghurt is especially  beneficial. "The protein content is often double that of regular yoghurt," Dr.adds. Eat a single serving daily to make your complexion smoother and to calm irritated, dry, or sensitive skin.

Protect with Pomegranates

They're packed with polyphenol antioxidants, Dr. says. Polyphenols fight free radicals and regulate skin's blood flow , giving it rosiness. One pomegranate or a few glasses of juice daily should do the trick. When applied to skin, the fruits' antioxidants help smooth lines and moisturize, Dr. says. 

Soften Skin with Walnuts

"Walnuts contain omega-3 essential fatty acids, which can improve skin's elasticity," Dr. says. The nuts are also loaded with copper, a mineral that boosts collagen production. Snack on a handful of  walnuts each day to improve your complexion's texture. The ground walnut  acts as an exfoliant.

Fewer Wrinkles with Peppers

Women who eat green and yellow vegetables regularly tend to have fewer wrinkles, especially around the eyes," Dr.says. Also, studies found that carotenoids -- the antioxidants  in yellow and orange veggies -- can decrease skin's sensitivity to the sun, Dr. says. Aim for about two cups of peppers daily.

Brighten Up with Sunflower Seeds

Loaded with vitamin E, sunflower seeds keep your skin supple by protecting its top layers from the sun.  Eat a handful daily. A high essential-fatty-acid content makes sunflower seed oil a treat for parched body parts, such as lips and heels, when topically applied, Dr. says. 

Remove blemishes with Kidney Beans

They're high in zinc, and studies indicate a co-relation between blemishes and low zinc levels, Dr. explains. "That may be because of zinc's healing properties." Have a four-ounce serving of kidney beans  to help you stay in the clear. In addition, studies show topical zinc to be as effective  against acne as antibiotics are. 

Even Out Your Skin Tone with Soy

Drink a latte with soy milk or eat edamame and you may get a clearer complexion. "Soy contains minerals and proteins that have been shown to reduce hyperpigmentation," Dr.  says. One cup a day should yield results. 

Look Younger with Oatmeal

Steel-cut oatmeal is less processed than other varieties, so it retains more vitamins. "Plus, it takes longer to break down in your body, which helps keep your blood  sugar stable," Dr.  says. "This is important because studies found that spiked blood sugar elevates your body's level of androgens, hormones  that can contribute to wrinkles." Oats are also exceptionally skin healing. 

Calm Redness with Green Tea

"It's very high in antioxidants , particularly one named EGCG, which is proved to reduce redness," says a Dr.  "Studies have also demonstrated that green tea helps fight inflammation," Dr. says. Sip at least one cup of green tea a day, and fight redness.

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