The skin is one of the most important yet fragile area of your body to look after. It is on the basis of your skin by which you will be judged and make an impression to people. The skin is constantly being battered by the elements; rain, wind, sun-rays, etcetera, all of which wear out the skin, and before long, defects will begin to develop. These defects can range from wrinkles, cracked and dry skin, to more serious problems such as skin cancer and psoriasis. Soon your skin will start to age quicker and make you look older than you really are.
To remedy this, there are countless treatments, lotions, and products out there but most of them are quite expensive and have unwanted side effects. On the other hand, there are drinks that you can eat to give you the skin that you are looking for. They prevent your skin from going bad and heal any defects that might develop.
1. Nettles
Nettles are packed full of antioxidants that protect the skin from free radicals that are produced excessively by the body. These free radicals destroy DNA, proteins, carbohydrates, and fats in the body, including in the skin. Nettles also fight against skin inflammation, acne and eczema.
2. Green Tea
Green tea contains one of the most powerful antioxidants known to man. Catechins, along with polyphenols tat fight free radicals that damage the skin. They also absorb UV light that can also damage the skin. Together, they also fight skin inflammation and redness.
3. Soy Milk
Soy milk has lots of proteins and minerals that helps keep your skin’s complexion fair. It also has isoflavones that protects collagen, the material under the skin that holds it together, which then reduces the chances of wrinkles forming and keeping you appear young.
4. Pomegranate Juice
Pomegranate juice packs a giant punch when it comes to drinks good for your skin. Fibroblasts in the skin, the site where collagen is made, are protected by an incredible amount of polyphenols and antioxidants that are contained in pomegranates. They contain twice as much antioxidants and polyphenols than green tea does, and thus, the skin’s condition is improved a lot. And because the fibroblasts are protected and boosted, more collagen is formed, which massively reduces the chances of wrinkles forming.
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