Shower your skin with antioxidant-rich foods to protect against sun damage and reduce inflammation from a nasty sunburn.
Dark leafy greens, berries and citrus fruits provide vitamin C, which fends off free radical damage and boosts collagen production to improve skin elasticity. Check out my
Pretty Potion for a refreshing (and beautifying!) summer beverage. Almonds, peanuts and sunflower seeds are rich in vitamin E, which helps guard against the sun’s UV radiation. Give
Almond to Cherries (roasted almonds & tart cherries) and
PB Jammin’ (Virginia peanuts & triple berry medley) a try. Salmon provides anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids as well as selenium, a mineral that helps to ward off environmental damage and improve skin elasticity. Dig in to this
Wild Salmon Salad. Finally, carrots and sweet potatoes provide beta-carotene, an antioxidant that converts to skin-repairing vitamin A in the body.
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