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Home / Health Conditions / Skin Problems / The Skincare Diet: Tips For Protecting Your Skin From The Inside Out

The Skincare Diet: Tips For Protecting Your Skin From The Inside Out

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When it comes to healthy skin, what you put into your body can be just as important as what you use on it. Though researchers continue to finalize all the links between what people eat and their overall health, a few things are clear – certain vitamins and minerals can have a profound effect on the skin. All you have to do is tweak your diet and reap the benefits of fabulous skin. 

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The Best Foods For Healthy Skin

All of these foods have multiple health benefits so you won’t just be making your skin happy. Here’s what you should be including in your diet. 

1. Fermented foods and beverages

These foods are rich in probiotic bacteria, which encourage the growth of healthy microorganisms in the gut and boost the immune system. This in turn can help with chronic skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea. Some examples of fermented foods are yogurt, kombucha, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi, and pickles. 

2. Fatty fish

Fish like salmon, mackerel, and herring contain omega-3 fatty acids, which are great for keeping skin moisturized. These fats also have anti-inflammatory properties so you’re less likely to deal with acne and other skin issues that develop from inflammation. 

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3. Avocados

This tasty food is a good source of Vitamin E, which is an antioxidant that protects your skin from oxidative damage. There is also some evidence that there are compounds in avocados that protect the skin from sun damage. 

4. Dark red fruits 

Blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, and plums have high antioxidant content that has been shown to protect the skin from damage. 

5. Low-Fat dairy products

The important component in these foods is Vitamin A. This vitamin is an antioxidant that can help to protect your skin from sun damage as well as encourage skin repair. 

6. Walnuts

These nuts are another excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids. 

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7. Sweet potatoes, oranges, carrots, and spinach

These foods are a great source of beta carotene, which gets converted easily into Vitamin A in the body. 

8. Broccoli

This vegetable contains zinc, Vitamin A, and Vitamin C. Zinc is essential to helping your skin heal from injuries. Broccoli also has special compounds known as lutein and sulforaphane, which show promise for protecting your skin from sun damage. 

9. Wholewheat products

This includes bread, muffins, or cereals so it should be easy for you to get more wholewheat in your diet. These products contain

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