Health and Lifestyle

7 Superfoods for Glowing Skin

Dr. Veena Madhankumar

Mar 12, 2019 — 3 min read

Having a healthy skin goes a much longer way than having an even skin tone. What you eat plays a major role in keeping your skin healthy. Healthy skin is simply a reflection of a healthy body.

Here are seven super foods which can keep your skin healthy from the inside.

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1. Water

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Keeping yourself hydrated is not only essential to maintain your body internally but also to maintain your skin. Without proper hydration, your skin can become scaly, sunken and dry. Adequate hydration helps to keep your skin more radiant, healthy and also makes you look younger. For an adult, the common recommendation would be to drink at least 8 ounces of water per day.

2. Blueberries

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Blueberries are known to have an immense supply of antioxidants. This is very beneficial when it comes to keeping your skin healthy. It also has gallic acid in its composition which helps in countering the damages done by Ultraviolet(UV) radiation to your skin. Its Anthocyanins concentration works towards inhibiting the progression or development of cancer in your skin.

3. Carrots

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Carrots contain a lot of vitamin A which are beneficial for your eyesight. People are seldom aware that it also can do a lot of good to your skin. Vitamin A matures skin cell by promoting cell differentiation and growth. A deficiency in vitamin A can lead to hardening, drying and scaling of your skin in the long term.

4. Brazil Nuts

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Brazil nuts are a very good source of selenium. They help in protecting the membranes of the skin cells. Studies have shown that a deficiency of selenium in your body increases the risk of skin cancer prominently.

5. Eggs

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Though eggs are known for their protein content, they also have a huge supply of selenium and biotin. The nutrient biotin is known to support the formation and development of cells in your skin, nails and your hair.

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6. Cucumbers

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Cucumber helps you in keeping your skin healthy both as an internal and as an external applicant. It is the most commonly used cooling garnisher during any facial. Having a high water content, eating cucumber also helps in keeping your skin moisturized and hydrated.

7. Olive Oil

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Having a brilliant composition of polyphenol, Vitamin E and phytosterol olive oil can play a vital role in keeping your skin healthy. Using olive oil can protect you from skin aging and keep in balance the integrity of your skin.

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