- Berries
Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries and blackberries are like little bundles of antioxidants. Those sweet, summery fruits you love so much fight off free radicals and battle destructive UV rays, which can be harmful to skin cells. They retain their helpful nutrients even when frozen, so step up your smoothie game!
2. Avocado
Turns out having avocado toast for breakfast does much more than just fill you up for the day! These creamy, green beauties are packed with Vitamins E and A, which protect your skin against harsh UV rays and ease dryness by keeping it hydrated. Time to whip up a batch of avocado pesto for dinner!
3. Brazil Nuts
Swap out almonds and cashews and snack on these South American nuts to get a good dose of selenium in your diet. Eating a few each day puts the trace mineral to work building antioxidants and repairing skin cells to slow down the appearance of skin aging.
4. Pomegranate
Antioxidants are key for protecting your skin, and pomegranates are packed with flavonoids and polyphenols to keep yours wrinkle-free. When eaten regularly, the fruit can brighten your skin tone and even help reduce the risk of skin cancer.
5. Tomatoes
Amp up your lycopene intake by eating plenty of tomatoes. The vegetable acts as a sort of natural UV sunscreen, protecting your skin from sun damage with its supply of antioxidants. Eating cooked tomatoes makes it easier to absorb the lycopene, so marinara sauce is a good bet.
6. Guava
Don’t pass up on these wacky-looking super fruits—they have about four times the Vitamin C of an orange which increases collagen for a smooth appearance and bright complexion. Guava’s anti-aging properties and ability to reduces fine lines should make it a regular in your diet.
