The benefits of fruits
for a healthy skin have long been known with people either eating fruits or
applying them to the skin for healthier glowing skins. Fruits contain
micronutrients and hydrating agents needed for skin growth, repair, and
rejuvenation, but eating fruits has more than skin health benefits. The whole
body benefits with better digestive and even mental functioning. Which are the
top fruits for a beautiful glowing skin?
Avocados
This is known as the king of fruits for a good reason. An average avocado is densely packed with nutrients,
including Vitamins B7 and E. It also contains a compound known as Biotin which
helps in skin cell growth and rejuvenation. This fruit is also rich in oils and
fatty acids which are very useful in keeping the skin lubricated. Avocado is also commonly applied directly on
the skin especially in facial masks.
Papaya
This fruit contains a
compound known as papain, with very potent antioxidant properties. Papain helps
in skin cell rejuvenation by breaking down dead cells and break down radicals
caused by exposure to the sun and harsh chemical compounds in the environment.
Kiwi
This fruit is surprisingly
rich in Vitamin C, higher than oranges and lemons. The kiwi has 98mg of
ascorbic acid in every 100 gms while an orange has 54 mg of the same weight.
Vitamin C is crucial in making collagen, which is one of the building blocks of
skin cells. This keeps the skin looking fresh and supple. Vitamin C is also important for healing skin that has suffered sunburn.
Pineapple
This is another fruit
that works from the inside as well as outside. Pineapple is rich in bromelain.
This is a powerful anti-inflammatory compound that reduces skin damage from
bacteria and other pathogens. It is also useful when the skin is healing from a
wound. It breaks down dead skin cells for faster skin regrowth. Pineapples
contain hydrating agents as well.
Pomegranate
This fruit is very dense
in antioxidants. It can help reverse skin damage by free radicals returning
the skin to its youthful supple look. This fruit is also rich in punicic acid
and ellagic acid. Drinking pomegranate juice is very hydrating and it keeps the
skin soft and flexible.
Bananas
Bananas are rich in
vitamins A, B and E. These vitamins are hydrating agents maintaining the
elasticity of the skin. Bananas are loaded with antioxidants which fight off
wrinkles and blemishes.
The good thing about
fruits is that you can eat them as they are, or make juice and add whatever
nutritious additives you think are beneficial.
