10 Beauty Boosting Foods

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1 10 Beauty Boosting Foods 10th August, 2016 By Julia Lamberti 1 / 5

2 Avocado from radical ageing the is inside rich in out. healthy In fact, fatty the acids, antioxidant vitamins carotenoids and antioxidants found in which avocados, can feed act as skin shown to fighting caused improve by compounds, environmental skin s density which and damage. protect tone. the These skin carotenoids from fine lines, have wrinkles also been and scientifically the signs free of Furthermore, the vitamin C in avocado has strong antioxidant properties,, and is needed for the creation of elastin and collagen, which are responsible for binding and maintaining the structure and firmness of skin cells. Avocado is also rich in the antioxidant vitamin E, which assists in preventing free radical damage and reduces the effects of the sun s UVA and UVB radiation. In addition, the monounsaturated fatty acids found in avocados, help maintain moisture in the skin s epidermal layer, assist in the regeneration of damaged skin cells and the reduction of skin redness and irritation. The Omega-9 fatty acids in avocado also act as the building blocks of a healthy complexion. So, ensure that avocado features prominently in your diet to achieve supple, glowing skin. Oily reduce found wrinkles. fish, water oily Aim like fish, to salmon loss eat also a in serving help skin and reduce and mackerel, of fatty maintain inflammation fish are two plumpness. packed to and three decrease with times The essential a healthy clogged week for fatty Omega-3 pores, optimal acids fine fatty results. lines which acids, and 2 / 5

3 Eggs are an excellent source of protein, which is important for healthy hair and nails. This is because your hair and nails are made of a structural protein called keratin, which is boosted by adequate protein intake. The biotin in eggs can also help with combating brittle hair and hair loss and strengthen nails. Additionally, eggs are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids which can help support scalp health and promote shiny hair. The vitamin A contained in egg yolks also helps produce scalp sebum, leaving the hair looking and feeling healthy. Sweet A ones. damage in the potatoes body and are helps rich in the beta-carotene, production of an new antioxidant cells and that the converts shedding to of vitamin encouraging This, in turn, promotes a more radiant complexion, and helps protect the skin old drying out. caused the by glands exposure in the to scalp the elements. to make an Vitamin oily fluid A also called promotes sebum to lustrous keep hair locks from from by Spinach potassium, spinach punch in keeps the is rich calcium, form eyes in of nutrients healthy the iron, antioxidants and magnesium and sparkling antioxidants, vitamin and C, this Omega-3 leafy like lutein, green E, fatty and also beta-carotene. vitamins acids. packs The a B, wrinkle-fighting lutein C, These and E, nutrients vitamin healthy A, scalp also iron, assist and beta mane. in protecting carotene, the folate, skin from and the vitamin sun s C ageing spinach UV rays. help In addition, to promote the a 3 / 5

4 Thick, teeth. digestion; yoghurt Greek yoghurt is packed with calcium and protein to help maintain your assist Yoghurt is rich helps in also vitamin boost contains B2, immunity B6, natural B12 and live prevent protein active which unsightly cultures feed the bloating. or skin, good and In bacteria probiotics addition, to that aid clearer the complexion. body in eliminating waste thus putting less stress on the skin and promoting a Berries premature damage keeping are ageing, not causes only but packed wrinkles. the antioxidants with Furthermore, anti-inflammatory in berries the also vitamin agents help and minimize C vitamins berries the to free assists help radical combat protein that skin aids firm in and the strong growth and of is cells important and blood for vessels. the production of collagen, in a Nutritious walnuts and to keep contain nuts hair boast Omega-3 lustrous an array and fatty shiny. of acids beauty and benefits vitamin when E to help eaten skin stay moderation. smooth and For instance, plump, Almonds, on the other hand, are rich in flavonoids and vitamin E, which are important for maintaining healthy skin and combating free radicals. The manganese and selenium in almonds can also help keep hair shiny. Including Brazil nuts in your diet will provide a healthy dose of selenium, which promotes hair growth. Lastly, hair loss has been linked to a zinc deficiency and snacking on nuts rich in this mineral (like cashews and peanuts) can help keep your locks luscious. 4 / 5

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