20 Good Foods That are Great for Your Skin
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It doesn’t take much more than common sense to realize that what you put into your body is going to have an impact on how your body looks and feels. If you eat foods that are filled with fat, cooked in grease and high on the sugar then your body is going to reflect that in its shape, size and texture. In contrast, if you consume foods that are healthy for you then your body is going to respond by looking and feeling healthier.
This is true at all levels including the level of your skin. People who want to have skin that looks young and supple and that has that healthy natural glow to it need to start by paying attention to what types of foods they are putting into their bodies. Take a look at the following twenty foods that are good for your skin and think about which ones you can easily add to your diet to get that youthful skin appearance that you desire:
1. Water. The number one thing that you can put into your body if you want great-looking skin is water. The more water you drink, the more you flush all of the other stuff out of your body and the healthier your skin is going to look.
2. Green tea. When you’re not drinking water, you should be drinking green tea. It has many, many different health benefits including benefits for the skin. You can drink it cold or warm. Avoid adding sugar or milk to it if you want the best benefits for your skin.
3. Cantaloupe. This food increases antioxidants in your body which increases your ability to absorb free radicals which in turn reduce skin problems so that you have healthier skin.
4. Tomatoes. This is another food that is rich in anti-oxidants and so will have the same skin-boosting benefits that the cantaloupe will give to you.
5. Berries. Strawberries, blueberries and blackberries are all berries that are also rich in antioxidants. Eat them alone, toss them in cereal or add them to the sides of other dishes to increase the healthiness of your skin all throughout the day.
6. Plums. There really is a long list of fruits that you can eat that are rich in antioxidants and that are therefore good for your skin.
7. Sweet potatoes. This is a vegetable alternative to the cantaloupe and tomato options that you may want to try to get those free radicals flowing healthfully throughout your body and fighting off skin problems.
8. Broccoli. This is a great vegetable that has many different health benefits which is why you’re always hearing that you should “eat your broccoli”. One of the things it contains a whole lot of is Vitamin A, a vitamin that is great at improving the turnover of cells in the skin. This means that when you eat broccoli, your skin gets renewed more quickly and the freshest (nicest looking) skin is on top where everyone you meet can see it.
9. Spinach. This food doesn’t just make you strong like Popeye. It’s also rich in the same Vitamin A properties that broccoli has so it’s good for your skin as well. You never saw Popeye looking like he had dry, aged skin did you?!
10. Carrots. If you want to get your Vitamin A but you aren’t that big of a fan of leafy green vegetables then you may want to turn to carrots to improve your skin with this vitamin.
11. Low Fat Dairy. Diary products are another really great source of Vitamin A so they can be really good for the skin. However, you want to avoid the fat that is in a lot of these foods so make sure that you look for low-fat versions of cheese and milk that are rich in Vitamin A.
12. Omega3 Rich Fish Dishes. Omega3 is that “good fat” that we’re always trying to get even though we try to avoid the “bad fat”. One of the things that the Omega3 fats do is ward off any kind of inflammation. This means they’re good for the skin. You can find these in many different fish dishes including tuna, shellfish, sardines and salmon.
13. Flax seeds. You don’t have to eat fish to get the essential fatty acids that your body needs (and that improve your skin). An alternative option is to eat flax seeds and to cook with flax seed oil.
14. Walnuts. These are yet another option that you can choose in addition to flax seeds or fish dishes if you want to improve your skin with those essential fatty acids.
15. Grapefruit. This food is really rich in Vitamin C. Vitamin C is great for people concerned about skin problems because it delays or reduces wrinkles.
16. Oranges. Just like with grapefruits, these are great for the skin because they are so rich in Vitamin C.
17. Brussel Sprouts. Most people think that you have to eat citrus fruits to get Vitamin C but there are a few vegetables out there that have it as well. Brussel sprouts are a good one for the skin. Peas are another option.
18. Whole wheat. Another ingredient in some foods that is really good for your skin is selenium. This is found in whole wheat cereals, breads and baked goods. This improves the skin at a cellular level and keeps you looking young and beautiful.
19. Lean red meat. Some people have poor skin because they don’t have enough iron in their diets. If you are concerned that you’re too pale or you have dark circles under your eyes then you may need more iron. Red meat is a great source for that but make sure that you’re not eating any red meat that is too high in fat.
20. Eggs. Eggs are a good iron-providing alternative for people who don’t want to eat much red meat.
Adding these foods to your diet should go a long way towards improving the healthfulness of your skin. However, it’s just as important to cut out foods from your diet as it is to add foods if you do want healthy skin. Make sure that you reduce your intake of caffeine, bad fats, salt, sugar, etc. to maximize the healthy benefits that your skin is getting from the intake of these other good foods!
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Kathryn, thanks for this great Hub answering my request. The links are a big bonus--lots of good additional information.
My personal favorite from the food list is cantaloupe. I just wish we could get it locally grown all year 'round. During the summer, I'll go through one large one every two days. Can't get enough!
I always eat all of the abouve and them some, I am a fruits,vegetables and wheat type of person. I am not a big red meats fan at all. This article is quite informative and thanks for sharing it.:)
Great Hub full of great info. I'm a vegetarian, so I'm skipping the meat, but otherwise fabulous! Thanks.
Thanks for that. i had no idea that all taht stuff was that good for the body.
i will use them.
This is great information, what we eat can truely affect our skin. Drinking lots of water can help maintain a healthy skin. It's always nice to prevent skin disorders even before we get them and what you've said is enough just to do that.
Very true, water is good for us.
I go through different spurts of eating healthy and then not and I can always tell the difference if I eat poorly for any period of time.
Very good comprehensive list - I suspect most people would be healthier if they ate those foods. Thanks for the information.
Great! Thanks for listing majority of the foods i already eat!
SOunds really healthy! I'll take this guidelines especially nowadays that im getting some pimples...maybe because of what i am eating.. I used to be very slim, after giving birth i gained so much weight and also i noticed that i have a lot of pimples which i never experience during my younger years...thanks so much for this tips!
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Kiwi is an alternative to oranges for your Vitamin C requirements; it also has a significant amount of Vitamin E in there too, which is also believed to be good for the skin.
I'm not a big fan (or I guess now follower) of oranges, so Kiwis are a great substitute for me.
Another awesome hub.
Great hubs, good info.... keep up the good work.. Feel free to come check out my hubs. Happy Holiday
great list-- I swear by green tea myself
And I DO like most on this list- craving sweet potatoes as I type. Yum. Thanks!
ebourne, you have to eat some meat once in a while. You'll die from muscle starvation. Well, by the way, this article was FABULOUS!!!!!!!!!
wow that was hell lots of fruits for better skin care. Thank you for sharing.
Great list, I used to work in a busy hot kitchen and my skin paid the price, until I realised that I was'nt getting enough H20, green/peppermint tea I find also helps - James :D
The other day I saw a piece on Today show that was talking about the same exact thing. About cooking food that you want to eat and that is healthy for you.
Fortunately I like most of these items. Olive oil is also a good food for your skin. It is a "good" oil and adds essential oils to your skin and hair.
I love your hub. It's a great reminder that what you eat can effect how you look. More people should try to clean out a little and begin eating more fruit and veggies. It can make a difference.
Good hub about food
Yummy...Don't forget to add spices, cinnamon, ginger, cayenne, black pepper, oregano...just to name a few that clear congestion, improve digestion, and keep you feeling great! Thanks for you hub.
When I quit smoking I noticed how much better I looked and felt. Now I need to get serious about my eating habits, and your hub has a lot of the information I need to get started. Thank you.
Oh great hub! Herbs may help too! http://naturalhealingsupplements.blogspot.com/2010
Thank you for the great hub!! Here is more information about Skin and Its Functions http://hubpages.com/hub/Skin-and-Its-Function
Ooooh. I love most of those foods. :) Good read before heading out to Trader Joe's to pick up some groceries.
L, Daniel
thanks
I sincerely believe you are correct. Foods make or break our skin.
Excellent list. I need to go get some groceries now ;)
I am a big promoter of the importance of drinking lots of water on a daily basis.
Cheers.
it's good to know that i am eating healthy without even knowing.
green tea and omega3 is the best
great advice !
Great hub! I feel hungry now...
What about cucumber?
Great advice here, need to make it my shopping list.
Great hub, and i have a question. Does green tea need to be hot when drank for the benefits?
Thanks Kathryn for another informative hub. I'm already drinking green tea as well as eating plenty of fish.I'm going to start adding these other food items to my diet soon.
Now iknow why im pale and eyes are dark! I need iron!!
very informative hub, I try to stay to a lot of these good to see them in print
thanks for giving out that list! great hub!
Thanks for the great list.
Multivitamins are a great way to ensure you are getting all the essential vitamins and minerals your skin needs for proper health and function.
great hub and great advice! thanks very much!
Cantaloupe is a new one for me, going to be eating more know thanks to your hub, hope to clear up my skin :)
thanks for the wonderful hub! Here in northern china we have a lot of plums and kiwis..i love both and still need to find out what is the best way to combine them in a not-boring way.. :p
5 stars as always - you are one of my favorites. Glad you included the details on the dairy fat.
This is very useful information. Thanks
Rayna Bryan, no you don't need to eat meat once in a while I'm indian and my family is strict vegetarian. Whenever I go to the doctors,the always blabber about how healthy I am. Also there a certain fruits and veggies that nourish your muscles. Anyways loooooooooove the article
I always wondered about flax. Heard it was just a weed. Does it really work?
Excellent hub! I've thought about doing something similar a few times and never really got around to it. Very well covered and packed with helpful information.
great information in this hub and who does not want getter skin especially as we age, thanks for the great information
This makes good sense. Natural foods certainly seem healthier than processed. And we become what we eat. I'm going to add some from your list to my daily intake.
love this post!
Water is definitely the best thing you can do for your skin and body!
Thanks for this hub. You mention about food that is good for your skin in your most recent blog, but then did say what they are, but I saw the link and Wow here it is. Thanks for the infor because I don't know how much toner or skin washes I will buy or use, but eating the right foods is pretty easy. Thanks
very informative..... thanks for sharing.
wow, great effort.
Thanks for sharing such information.
Regards,
wonderful article and great advice!
great hub keep in touch
Thanks for your hub, I certainly found it thought provoking and will visit often. I want to ensure I am maintaining myself with the best possible foods which are also great destressors. Thanks.
Tomatoes and strawberries I cannot get enough.
Spinach is my favourite :)
Great! Thanks Kathryn Vercillo. for listing majority of the foods i already eat!
I love what you have provided here- looking forward to having great skin :-)
I used to smoke about a pack of cigarettes per day for 30 years and drank way too much alcohol. I just turned fifty, quit the booze and smokes 4 months ago and started working out 3 to 4 times a week, and completely changed my diet from junk to these types of foods. I feel a lot better, I've lost weight, and feel like I'm about 10 years younger.
This is a great list, I pretty much eat what's on here on a regular basis.
gr8 hub ... DESI FOOD ??? HAD YOU EVER TRY IT http://goo.gl/b/8qn8
Very informative article with a great message. thanks!
Awesome list! I always keep trying to make it a priority to eat more of these foods, but definitely don't like all of them!
smooth!!!
this is a great hub, I do most of these things now but I don't think I get enough vitamin c or d. Any suggestions?
My Mom was big on Vitamins but I am terrible when it comes to taking them. Thanks for the tips.
good"S!
Yes, this is a great prescription to eat healthier, everyone should follow.
Thanks for sharing.
Informative Hub!!!!
Sometime it really become difficult to choose the best healthy food which is complete in every aspect. The hub meticulously pointed out the nutritious food which are very necessary for glowing skin like Eggs,Lean red meat,Whole wheat,BrusselSprouts,Oranges,Grapefruit,Walnuts, flax seed,Omega3 Rich Fish Dishes,Low Fat Dairy, carrots,Spinach, Broccoli,Sweet potatoes, plums,Berries, Tomatoes,Cantaloupe, Green tea and water. Thanks for sharing such a wonderful peace of text.
As always great information that i did not know. Thanks for sharing in such an easy to read format :)
great hub keep up the good work
Great information hub.
Good work Kathryn!!
A great list! I'm going shopping at the grocery store now to pick up some of each for my "instant'' foodie facelift. ;)
Good to see a lot of men posting on here who like myself want healthy skin fort I was a bit strange as most of my male friends don't really think about what they eat
A lot of experience i got after reading your best hub. How to get idea post like this nice hub.
I will surely add these foods in my diet to improve the healthfulness of my skin.
I am so glad most of the food I usually eat are on the list. I like nuts but I usually don't buy them, I don't like the dryness they leave in my mouth =/ but then again they do make me drink water which is number one on the list ^-^ I guess it all makes sense.
grate hub..
you should have added the amount of callories we are getting from it ...
other wise its great...
Excellent list! Couldn't get any better unless you could somehow miraculously make ice cream a wise choice in foods. I've linked to this hub from one of my own. Thank you!
Nice list, i realised i eat all of them so maybe that is why my skin is good.
great selection of food on your list. these foods doesn't just make us healthy but makes us look healthy and radiant.
Thanx for the information provided ain the hub.
After doing alot of work its hard to decide what to eat.but because of this hub its a pretty easy to decide thanks for this hub.
Great hub and thanks for the hub.I am voting it up.!!!!!!!
:-)
Wonderful article. i didnt know that these foods are not only good for health but they are good for skin as well.
Good article but Whey protein has a good evidence base for aiding longevity.
I like those food but I just cannot find some of these foods in my country. It looks like nobody hate to have beautiful skin and myself too.:)
Great hub and great list of foods! Thanks:)
Wow this is really helpful. Thanks!
Great info, thanks! Green Tea is definitely a 'super'drink!
I found a great website on simple food recipe...check this out.
This is a list of many things I already love to eat! Will try to get more fish in but I am not really a fan!
The power of green tea never ceases to amaze me. And always remember to drink a hearty amount of water; your cells needs it.
Glad to see brussel sprouts getting a vote of approval - they get such bad press! Great hub, thanks.
Wow Kathryn! People sure loved your post! Good job spreading the word about WHAT TO eat!
Awesome hub well done
Why meat is missing?
nice, good stuff. i have heard/seen of some of these before but there were a few new ones. enjoyed it
Nice, great list. Thanks for posting this!
I did not realize the value of these foods for healthy skin earlier. I would like to take in more tomatoes and berries for their benefits to have good skin.
Great article! Healthy skin: Highly underrated for sure. Avoccado's are also excellent for healthier skin....
What a mouth watering article.
This is Yamee ......
This is Intresting
I'll have to try more of these foods. I LOVE sweet potatoes and they have so many health benefits, I should eat more!
Great hub. Keep spreading the word that healthy foods taste great.
a big thumbs up from me on this hub, seriously really useful and helpful advice! I love seeing how different foods affect my overall wellbeing and my skin is the biggest indicator. Thanks again, voted!
I'm always fond of health related info. Good hub, also thinking of writing health related hubs.
Don't forget about Cabbage! Healthy and high in vitamin E, so good for the skin :)
Great List,
And yes, I myself had observed effect of Green tea.
I have been using these foods in the past but did not realize their skin boosting advantages earlier.
Sounds like the food pyramid people are right: Eat lots of fresh fruits and veggies!
Kathryn, thank you for these useful tips. I love reading articles on beauty and health.
"20 Foods That are Great for your Skin"
The hub is comprehensive and up by all standards.
Human beings are made of body and soul. Twenty Foods for beauty and health of body prescribed by Kathryn have each a food for thought as well. The One who created these twenty and many and multiple foods with many and multiple advantages is also to be remembered to keep the soul healthy and handsome. Faith, truth, cooperation, honesty, spending what ones capacity is to spend upon the deprived persons, love, kindness, mercy, thanksgiving and appreciation of all welfare behaviour, imparting awareness and education whereby rights of the human beings are protected and on time paid, avoiding all sorts of backbiting, rancour, caprice, harshness, taunt, abuse, hurting feelings of others, causing any sort of harm or doing any act whereby the dignity of mankind is damaged are, among other things, a few recipe for the soul. To behave this way shines the internal and attracts the fellow beings towards the right direction of human character.
May God bless all.
Everything except the fish sounds great!
Here's me eating more grapefruits and eggs. Cool hub.
Great list...I need to eat more fruit myself.
Thanks for a great hub. I have only just started eating brussel sprouts again. As a kid I hated them. As I grew up I never thought to try them again. I had them about a month ago and I can safely say that I now love them
This advice isn’t just for skin, it’s a good hub for general healthy eating. Popeye he knew what he was doing, excellent write up thanks.
Good for our health, Thanks for sharing.
Thx for sharing. I selected awesome. I had very horrible eczema and through diligent self-work and eating less meat and more nutritiously I no longer have it. This hub will surely help some people out I am sure.
Glad to find this hub. Very nice and healthy blog.
Its good to know which foods are best!
I'm glad you put water as number one, I used to never drink water and my lips stayed dry and cracked. I thought she was wrong, but now I drink it all the time and rarely have problems
i got this skin rashes and i dont know what exactly is this. i search for characteristic for psoriasis. it somehow same but not really same. hope to get the best advices here :). i really missed to live normal.
Wow really great to have such a helpful information.
I am now having water therapy for my UTI. Fortunately, I feel better now.
Great article Thanks
This is an excellent article. The information is useful and the presentation is wonderful. The picture suggest a bountiful tray of healthy and great tasting food. Thank you for spending time to create this hub.
This is an excellent resource of information! Whole foods are always the best choice.
yes very informative
Great Hub! it's so useful, thanks :)
I never thought that one can have an idea of making a hub of such a topic.Awesome work.Banana can be another option.Voted U up.Jst loved it.
Thanks for this, really useful Hub!
Fantastic article.An excellent resource of information.All foods are always the best choice.
Excellent hub. Thank you for spreading awareness Kathryn. When I once asked a dermatologist what foods to avoid to make sure I don't break out they responded that you should be more focused on foods that are good for your skin than foods that are bad for your skin. Make sense? Thanks so much for sharing this list of foods that are good for my skin.
Nice info.I too insist on taking more green vegetables and fruits.It very difficult for me to get low fat dairy.specially butter and milk.
I have recently changed my eating habits to get healthier and this is very informative.
Great! I just love this article, very informative. Thank you.
So basically you can't eat a bunch of junk food?! Laugh out loud! Great hub
....nothing about soy beans, soy milk, honey,other kinds of nuts, rooibos tea and so on. I guess it serves as a guide only.
Awesome stuff. It pretty much confirms that by eating healthy food, you'll do your entire body wonders. Not just your skin.
Whatever the food eaten was given in will follow it and i think so the result should be well and good.thanks for the details.
Great advice especially since in this day and age, more and more people are feasting on McDonald's instead of fruit and vegetables!
I do believe that by just drinking a lot of water everyday you will able to get the health that you want. Drinking 10 to 15 glass of water a day is the best.
Voted up and useful--Great information. All you have to do is eat for your skin, and the rest of your body will benefit. Skin really is a mirror of your health.
This is so useful for me. I can use some of these tips at my spa http://www.spatouche.in
great info. Thanks.
Thanks for the list! And I now have a craving for fruit. ;)
Thanks for sharing this is really useful! I vote it up! :)
Thanks a lot
Well thanks a for very informative hub i would say , also i want to suggest few things which i know is not good for a healthy skin , eating too much of chicken , dry fruits and chocolates is not at all good
Really interesting hub! I am going to try and add those to my diet. So far I am working on drinking at least 8 glasses of water a day.
It is very good list but one Giant fruit is missed in this list. " THE APPLE " It is also good for skin .
I do these foods most of the time.But thanks for the reminder.We always need reminders of what we know.
With good foods like these and some exercise,our bodies should be able to maintain our good spirits.
Thanks again.
great hub!!
I am surprised that cucumber did not make the top 20. How did cucumber get elimiated? that was a bit of an updet.
And I thought I naturally had good skin... but I do eat most of the foods on this list so maybe not! ^_^
Thanks for sharing! This is great for anyone who is acne prone. It really shows that a healthy diet is the best cure.
thanks for the info.. :)
Great help esp.to those pregnant women. .thnk u hub. .God bless!
Brilliant post! I have been a vegetarian for 17 years and these are the foods I eat (with the exception of number 19). I don’t claim to have the best skin ever, but I am proof that if you eat well, you feel well, and therefore are well. You’re post was very insightful and I’m so glad you shared it.
I heard building up a good sweat during workouts helps a lot too !
Egg...do I have to eat yellow part as well..??
O I WILL TRY IT
Sometimes skin rejuvenation only needs the simple act of sleeping in order for your cells to regenerate. Little to no rest can be a stress to your body, and this releases chemicals or toxins that cause oxidation. This is definitely one thing that can age your cells faster which results to your skin looking tired and dull. However, if you want instant solution, you are free to visit aesthetic clinics for consultation, http://www.hairandlaserclinic.com/aesthetics.htm , it pays to asked the right person for skin problems.
Great hub. After I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes I have eaten much better and my skin reflects it. I love all these foods you mentioned. Thanks~
I totally agree with the first person that commented we would all be a healthier and more attractive people
m gonna try dis...n thank q..:D
Thank you! Sharing Is Cring :-) Cucumbers, Oysters, Mushrooms and Avocados Are Also Very Good For Skin.
thanq yo .......ill try
true grt n cooooll,,,
Very informative - for a younger look
all these would take time to work out, but still i'll try it!!
Great hub! Definitely drinks lots of water and eat plenty of fruit rich in antioxidants!!
Honey and lemon juice is also a great way to get that glowing spot free skin.
really my skin is glowing its good etonmet food
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@Kathryn Vercillo
Water is so important for health and radiant skin, and yet most people still find it hard to drink plenty of it daily. I'm sure if everyone trade in their carbonated drinks for water, they will be glowing from head to toes.
hope it is good
Great info, but just one thing to mention - you should not cook with Flax seed oil. It's a very sensitive fat that will change when heated and turn into a harmful one.
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Kathryn Vercillo,
The last one surprised me - it shouldn't have given the vitamins in the eggs. Great post.
Thanks
eating foods like these really does make a difference! great hub :)
Nice and informative hub
Well, looks like I'm eating the right foods, just still have bad skin. Maybe I need to avoid the other kind of food. Now I need an article, foods to avoid.
Nice list of really good food. Thanks for SHARING!
Great hub - Let me know that I am doing some things right. Blueberries for breakfast, drinking green tea, eating broccoli, tomatoes and carrots. Good to have the reminders though that I need to add some more of the ingredients you recommended, number one being to drink more water. This is an area I find myself slacking off on. I found you through success stories. Congratulations on doing what you do well and sharing your tips and techniques with others here on Hubpages. This is a fabulous healthy eating hub. Voting up and awesome!
Thank u for this information i use most of them, is real good
Thanks for the help!
this is garbage....doesn't even include avocado
too good article
danjutsu 3 years ago
Sounds like my weekly shopping list, no wonder I look great! I like what you say in your opening paragraph about looking like what you eat, if more people thought about it before they ate crap we would all be a lot healthier.