“Feed” Your Skin Antioxidants for a Glowing Complexion

 Antioxidants have the capacity to 'catch' free radicals, which may protect us from some diseases, however there isn't concrete evidence that they prevent skin from aging. Consuming meals high in antioxidants can also improve our skin's health and appearance.

Eating foods high in antioxidants is ideal, says dietitian Susan M. Kleiner, R.D., Ph.D., of Seattle. "Eating food is the best way to obtain nutrients. Compared to supplements, the body assimilates and absorbs them far better.

Kleiner advises consuming three to five servings of vegetables and two to four servings of fruit per day, which corresponds to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Guide Pyramid. For vitamin C, pick at least one citrus fruit, such as an orange, tangerine, or grapefruit. Eat at least two orange-yellow or leafy green vegetables daily to improve your intake of beta-carotene.

Eat Right for Younger Looking Skin

Skin looks younger when you eat well. The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for vitamin C and beta-carotene is equal to one cup of orange juice and one raw carrot. Meeting the RDA for vitamin E is challenging, particularly for people following a low-fat diet. 

"Don't be afraid to consume some nuts or seeds, or to add a few tablespoons of olive oil to your diet, suggests" Dr. Kleiner.

The recommended daily allowances (RDAs) for vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta-carotene—three of the most popular antioxidant nutrients—can be found here; reliable sources and tips on how to optimize each nutrient's advantages are also included.

Vitamin C: Citrus fruits, juices, and tomatoes are rich sources of vitamin C. Eat whole fruits for additional fiber. Avoid juice in glass containers and heat-pasteurized juice as light and heat degrade part of the vitamin C. RDA at least 60 mg (1/2 cup orange juice = 70 mg).

Vitamin E: RDA for males and women is 10 mg / 8 mg / 1 mg (one tablespoon of canola oil).  Nuts, seeds, and their oils, as well as fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, halibut, and trout, and wheat germ are all excellent sources. When cooking, substitute canola, olive, or another type of vegetable oil for butter or margarine.

Beta-carotene: no RDA in place. Dr. Kleiner, a medical expert, advises 5–6 mg. (A carrot contains 12 mg.)  veggies that are orange or yellow, as well as leafy green veggies like broccoli, are all excellent suppliers. Choose prepackaged, washed, and peeled baby carrots as your evening snack while watching television instead of potato chips or popcorn.

Take an all-in-one antioxidant vitamin supplement each day if you feel you cannot achieve the RDAs through diet alone, but keep an eye out for nutritious food sources. 

It is preferable to 'feed' your skin with antioxidants in conjunction with a healthy, antioxidant-rich diet for younger-looking skin because many over-the-counter cosmetics containing antioxidants don't have enough to be completely effective by themselves.

You and your well-being are important to us at Beauty 2 Look Young. You may have a more fit physique, a better quality of life, more stamina, and a bright complexion by taking care of your skin, eating a good diet, exercising frequently, getting enough sleep, and drinking lots of water.