These foods could improve your skin, immunity and more.
Today is as good as any time to make a change to your diet if you want to improve your health. While there is no one food that can drastically improve your overall health, there are some foods that contain powerful properties and anti-ageing benefits. These foods can help improve your skin, give your immunity a boost and do so much more. Here are anti-ageing foods that could benefit you.
Nuts
From Brazil nuts to macadamia, all kinds of nuts are loaded with anti-ageing benefits. They can help lower cholesterol and contain anti-inflammatory properties. They are also rich sources of protein and contain fibre. Have a few a day, but don't go overboard with it. Too much of a good thing can sometimes be bad.
Sesame seeds
Sesame seeds may be small but they pack a punch. They contain high amounts of calcium, as well as minerals like iron, magnesium, phosphorous and fibre. Consuming them regularly can help maintain bone health as you get older. You can add them to your morning smoothie.
Plant-based milk
A good quality plant-based milk is loaded with nutrients that are great for your bones. If you are new to this product, try a few and test them out to know which one you like. Soy, almond and rice milk are some options you can try. They contain vitamin D and calcium.
Pineapples
Pineapple is a delicious piece of fruit, that is a rich source of a mineral called manganese. It helps to activate an enzyme known as prolidase. Prolidase is important as it provides the amino acid proline to produce collagen in skin. This helps to keep your skin firm and strong.
Lemon and lime juice
Lemon and lime are rich sources of vitamin C, which is important as it helps to maintain optimal genetic health. What's more, it helps to make your skin look brighter and give it that youthful glow. Many studies have found that vitamin C could reduce signs of ageing, like fine lines and wrinkles, and make skin smooth.
Watermelon
A slice of watermelon could do your skin a lot of good. This fruit is loaded with lycopene, which could help to protect your skin against the sun's harmful rays. What's more, due to its water content, watermelon helps to keep the skin hydrated. This helps to make your cheeks look plump.
