How Does Eating Blueberries Help Your Skin? By Adam Rauhauser
Have you ever peered into your fridge at night, wishing your tastiest snacks were healthy for you? Believe it or not, supporting your skin through a healthy diet can be a delicious endeavor. For example, blueberries are a tasty snack that are available year-round, and they also happen to be one of the healthiest foods for your skin. Furthermore, blueberries have so many dermatological benefits that they can indeed be called the "superfood of the skin."
The Science behind Blueberries' Skin Benefits If there's one health benefit that blueberries are known for, it's antioxidants. These natural compounds protect your skin by stabilizing free radicals, which would otherwise damage your skin through a process called oxidative stress. The most important antioxidant for skin health is anthocyanin, the pigment behind the blueberries' signature indigo hue. Blueberries also contain two other essential antioxidants, quercetin and myricetin, as well as other helpful nutrients such as fiber, iron, zinc, and many other skin-friendly vitamins and minerals.
