It's no secret that a good diet can be one of the most challenging parts of managing a healthy lifestyle. Between working long hours, looking after your family, and maintaining a social life, the hours in the day don't seem to stretch far enough, and we can all be tempted to cut corners where we can.
It's so important that we keep our nutrition on track, as an unhealthy diet can have many negative impacts on us. The most obvious one being weight gain, and left unchecked can have many more severe repercussions down the line, such as organ damage.
Ironically, the one organ we all seem to forget about is the one we see every day, our skin. So we've put together a list of the 5 top tasty foods to include in your diet that are going to keep your skin nice and healthy whilst tasting great at the same time.
1. Fatty Fish
Salmon is an excellent example of this. Fatty fish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids that help keep the skin supple and moisturised. These fats can also reduce inflammation, leading to a reduction in redness and even acne.
2. Avocados
Avocados have become a very popular fruit recently due to its high nutrient values; some even regard it as a 'superfood'. Avocados are high in healthy fats that have body wide benefits, including the health of your skin. A great source of vitamin E, avocados contain a natural antioxidant that helps protect your skin from oxidative damage, helping to prevent uneven skin tone, texture and even sagging.
3. Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes contain beta carotene, a plant pigment that is considered to provide carotenoid. Carotenoids can help keep your skin healthy by acting as a natural sunblock, and high amounts of may also add a warm complexion, creating an overall healthier look for your skin.
4. Broccoli
Broccoli is another excellent example of a food that's filled with vitamins and minerals great not just for the skin, but the whole body as well. Broccoli contains a compound called Lutein that helps protect your skin from oxidative damage, defending the skin from becoming dry and wrinkled. More impressively, Broccoli also includes a special compound called sulforaphane which some people believe have anti-cancer effects.
5. Dark Chocolate
We thought we'd save the best till last, and give you the perfect justification for that chocolatey fix. Some dark chocolate can be extremely high in antioxidants that allows your skin to withstand more UV radiation before burning. You'll want to make sure the chocolate contains at least 70% cocoa to maximise the benefits, and of course, the lower the sugar content, the better!
So there you go, a few tasty options to add to your diet that will have you feeling good on the inside and looking great on the outside, keeping your skin nice and healthy.
