Maintaining healthy skin is not an easy task. No matter how many products you use, your skin will glow only if you are healthy from within. That’s why getting the right amount of nutrients in your food is a must.
An abundant source of nutrients and essential vitamins is fruits. Vitamin C-enriched fruits are great for reducing acne marks and skin brightening. Fruits with B vitamins are great for improving your overall skin health. According to our chief dermatologist, says that “Fruits are rich in antioxidants that prevent oxidative damage. Foods rich in vitamin A can help in reducing acne. Pineapple and cucumbers are great for solving acne issues.”
Eat half an orange every day.
You could even consume freshly squeezed orange juice. Avoid the pulp if you have ulcers in your stomach, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), or Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
You could make a tasty orange smoothie or add it to your salads.
Apply plain, freshly squeezed orange juice to your pigmentation spots.
For oily skin: use along with 2 tablespoons of gram flour. Apply it as a pack and leave until dry (around 15 minutes). Rinse off thoroughly with lukewarm or cold water.
Papaya: Carica papaya or simply ‘papaya’ as most of us call it, is a naturally moisturizing agent that helps keep your skin hydrated and soft when used topically.
Rich in vitamins A, C, and B, this fruit can prove to be effective in maintaining good skin health. Papaya can also improve your digestive system and prevent constipation. This, in turn, aids in clearing up your skin. Studies suggest that this fruit can also speed up the wound-healing process.
Watermelon: The name itself sounds so refreshing. Watermelon is rich in fiber and of course, water. It contains 92 percent water, which means hydrated, soft, and supple skin. This red ball of refreshment, quite literally, contains Vitamin C, A, B1, B6, and Lycopene which are essential in improving overall skin health and texture.
Vitamin C helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Vitamins A and B contribute to maintaining an even skin texture. Lycopene acts as a free radical scavenger, preventing tissue damage in your skin.
Free radicals are responsible for increased skin inflammation that promotes several skin issues. The best part - watermelons contain no fat and are cholesterol-free
Mango: Almost all of us look forward to the summer for mangoes! This delicious fruit is not just a treat to your taste buds; it also benefits your skin in many ways.
Mangoes are packed with Vitamins A, E, and C. It also possesses wound-healing properties. This makes it effective in reducing the appearance of fine lines and acne marks. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce acne symptoms. This fruit rejuvenates your skin to give you that beautiful, radiant summer glow.
Apricot: Apricots are high in antioxidants and vitamin C, which help fight free radicals in your body. It helps reduce the appearance of signs of aging. Apricots also possess anti-inflammatory properties that can improve acne symptoms.
Apricots are also rich in vitamins A, K, and folate which are effective in improving your skin’s overall health.
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