Top 6 Superfoods for Younger
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1. Nuts and Seeds Nuts like almonds and seeds like sunflower seeds are full of powerful antioxidants, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, zinc and selenium that can help maintain the elasticity of skin’s and also reduces the risk of skin cancer. These foods are a great source of healthy fats and omega 3 fatty acids.
2. Berries Berries improve neurological degeneration and inhibit the growth of cancer cells. They reduce skin inflammation and improves digestion too. Ellagic acid in berries protects against UV rays and can also help in preventing wrinkles.
3. Sweet Potatoes Sweet potatoes are a rich source of beta-carotene which is known to destroy free radicals thus preventing damage to skin cells. The body naturally converts betacarotene to vitamin A which fights signs of aging.
4. Turmeric It is an anti-inflammatory herb helps in preventing and treating skin problems like eczema and rosacea. Turmeric should be consumed in meals or taken in warm milk before going to bed.
5. Avocados
Avocados are a good source of healthy fats that are needed to keep the skin flexible and moisturized. They contain compounds that protect the skin from sun damage due to Ultraviolet rays, thus consuming avocadoes helps in preventing wrinkles.
6. Coconut Oil Coconut oil is an age-old remedy for glowing skin which can be consumed daily to improve digestion and reduce the risk of various diseases.Coconut oil can be used as a daily moisturizer also. It should be used in normal cooking in place of butter or other oils.