Diet plays a consistent role in how you feel on the inside but it reflects on the outside just as much. One of our greatest desires is to look as young as possible for as long as possible, to have irresistible smooth and clear skin and to age as slowly as possible. Well, food plays a major role in this too. Here is a great list of a few foods that have anti-aging properties and will keep you looking fresh and radiant!
Oats
Complex carbohydrates are low-glycemic meaning they do not spike your blood sugar levels. Foods that spike your blood-sugar often have refined sugar and are known to increase acne and wrinkles. Oats also contain a special plant chemical that has been proven to soothe skin irritation and prevent damage to the skin.
Oranges
Not only a great source of Vitamin C but they are jam-packed with water. They will hydrate the skin and boost collagen keeping your skin supple and radiant. Pink grapefruit, tomatoes and parsley are amongst the list when it comes to these benefits.
Avocados
Packed with monounsaturated fats that help your skin’s hydration but the fat also increases vitamin absorption which allows more vitamins and nutrients to be absorbed into the skin. Olive oil, walnuts and macadamia nut oil also have this effect on the skin.
Lean Beef
Protein assists in the production and building of collagen and this high-quality protein is a great way to get the nutrient intake. It is important to keep flippin’ the meat as if it gets too charred or burnt it destroys the anti-aging properties of the meat. Eggs, chicken, tofu, beans and fish all assist in the same collagen development.