Add Moisture
Fix Fine Lines
“Eggs are high in lutein and zeaxanthin, which strengthen the cells and help to smooth fine lines and wrinkles. Lutein can also build the elastin (the connective tissue that allows skin to keep its shape) in the skin over time.” But eat the white and the yolk, which contains the most lutein and zeaxanthin.Diminish Dark Circles “You can easily detect someone who is dehydrated by the dark circles under their eyes. When you're not properly hydrated, the blood vessels underneath the eyes dilate. And because the skin in that area is so thin, those blood vessels make the circles look even darker. Though water alone won't combat the "raccoon" look, it can help make them less conspicuous, so drinking at least six to eight cups of pure filtered water a day.
Soft and Smooth Skin “Sweet potatoes are rich in beta-carotene, which gets converted to vitamin A in the body and keeps skin soft and smooth,” says Drayer. Do your skin a favor, though, and don’t eat them in their traditional Thanksgiving form—that is, drowning in sugar and butter. Try roasting or baking them instead.Avocado Glow Adding avocados to your diet will give skin an added glow. They are filled with natural oils that help to hydrate the skin. Avocados are very rich sources of vitamins C, E and lutein, nutrients that also have anti-inflammatory, anti-aging properties.Collagen KickRed peppers stimulate collagen synthesis and protect against aging skin. Unfortunately, taking a supplement won’t work as well as eating the actual vegetable. A diet high in vitamin C-rich foods was associated with less noticeable wrinkles.”Seeing Red “Consuming just one alcoholic beverage can dilate blood vessels, causing redness and flushing on the face. “If you suffer from psoriasis or rosacea, it’s best to avoid alcohol, because it can exacerbate symptoms of these skin conditions.”
Sunscreen Support
No food can replace wearing sunscreen every day, but certain vegetables can help make your skin less sensitive to the sun. “Include carrots, spinach and tomatoes in your diet, as well as fruits like watermelon, cantaloupe and mangoes. These foods contain carotenoids, which protect skin against sunburn.”
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