Foods That Fight Aging and Sunburn

Summer is almost here and it’s time to make some gradual changes in your eating plan. During the hot summer days your skin suffers a lot. Sunburn, sagging and sun-related wrinkles are some of the biggest problems most women struggle with. While a high quality lotion or sunscreen with SPF 30 or SPF 50 may help to solve those problems, adding the foods that fight aging and sunburn to your daily diet won’t do any harm. These foods are high in powerful antioxidants that protect your skin from sun damage and keep it hydrated all day long. Want to know how to have a beautiful skin during the summer? Enjoy these 9 foods that help to combat overall aging and sunburn.

Leafy greens

Leafy greens are perfect for summer salads, but did you know that eating them daily during the hot summer days helps to prevent sunburn and premature aging? Leafy greens are high in Vitamin A that protects the skin from harmful free radicals, prevents dryness and irritation, and fights acne. Leafy greens help to keep your skin hydrated, too, though it doesn’t mean that you can skip those 8 glasses of plain water. If you want to have a fresh, soft and wrinkle-free skin, munch on leafy greens at least twice a day.

Blackberries

When it comes to blueberries and blackberries, people usually pick the first ones. Maybe it’s because blueberries are a bit more delicious or simply more popular than blackberries. In fact, blackberries contain more of anthocynanins and flavonols (two incredibly powerful antioxidants) than blueberries. These two antioxidants help to prevent arterial damage and protect your skin from the the sun’s damaging rays. Blackberries boast a fantastic taste and can be used in pies, yogurts, smoothies, fruit salads and any dessert you and your family love. Having them fresh as a snack is a great way to look and feel great.

3. Rooibos tea

Rooibos tea contains no sugar and no caffeine. It’s a healthy alternative to black tea and coffee that can boost your energy levels in a jiffy. Antioxidants found in rooibos tea help to prevent sunburn and premature aging, lower arterial damage and reduce the risk of heart disease. Since this tea is super sweet, it can combat sugar cravings and help you drop weight.

4. Tomato

Tomatoes contain Vitamin C and lycopene that help to prevent wrinkles. They are also high in water, which means eating a few tomatoes in the morning and during the day helps to keep your skin hydrated and healthy and fight sunburn. Tomatoes are high in vitamins, low in sugar and very versatile. If you are prone to acne during the summer months, tomatoes are your best friends, as studies show that they help to banish acne. Tomatoes can be used in any dish you like, but it’s best to eat them raw to reap all their benefits.

5. Iced green tea

This refreshing summer drink is not only yummy but healthy as well. Green tea is considered to be a superfood as it contains an antioxidant, EGCG, that helps to prevent and fight certain cancers, including skin cancer. It also protects your skin from sun damage, prevents sunburn, and reduce wrinkles. Many famous women drink green tea all year long to stay young and healthy and live a longer life. Green tea is also the perfect drink for dieters.

7. Red bell pepper

I’m a huge red bell pepper fan and I try to use it in almost every meal I cook, and eat them raw every time I have sugar cravings. I knew that red bell pepper should be eaten to fight acne, but it turned out that this vegetable can help to prevent premature aging and reduce sunburn. Red bell pepper has more than 333% of your daily Vitamin C needs. It’s versatile and delicious. You can snack on some slices of pepper while you are on the beach or you have a small family picnic. Grilled red bell peppers make a healthy, crunchy summer snack the whole family will enjoy.