The secret to younger looking skin doesn’t have to be found in a doctor’s room, it could be right in your kitchen pantry. Here are 5 anti aging foods that will help you look and feel younger.
Watermelon
This summertime favourite is loaded with lycopene an antioxidant that helps skin stave off UV damage. Blitz up two large slices of watermelon with one carrot, one slice of honeydew melon and a thumb-sized knob of ginger, add a squeeze of lemon and half a teaspoon of cayenne pepper for a refreshing juice with added weight-loss properties.
Blueberries
Blueberries supply Vitamin C and E – two antioxidants that work in tandem to brighten skin and fight off radical damage. Get your fix with this simple goat’s cheese, melon, blueberries and spinach salad.
Eggs
As if we needed another reason to love them, eggs are great source of high quality protein which is essential in building and repairing skin tissue. Convinced? This fried eggs and courgette rosti recipe is a simply delicious breakfast that’s healthy too.
Walnuts
In addition to giving you an energy boost, walnuts are packed with omega-3 essential fatty acids that help with skin’s elasticity and collagen-boosting copper for plumper skin. Tuck into this skin-saving chicken, avo and walnut salad today.
Avocados
This rich fruit is high in oleic acids an omega-9 fatty acid that helps skin retain moisture in the outer layer to keep it soft, plump and supple. Enjoy avo as part of this delicious chicken supreme salad.
