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5 Fruits To Eat For Naturally Healthy Skin

by Pakhi Rajesh Kumar Dixit

Skin problems are probably one of the most frustrating, problematic and confusing problems we tend to face. We have all gone through our share of them, starting from acne, pimples to blackheads and what not. You name it, and you will find one of these on your face. Before matters get worse, it is good to realise that you should adapt to a skin friendly diet.

Our skin is also our largest organ and it is the first indicator if something is off with our body. All the conditions point towards an underlying cause – in most of the cases, stress!
If you are stressed for a long stretch of time, your body starts releasing too much cortisol which is particularly a stress hormone. It, in return, prepares your body to enter fight and survive mode, which eventually wrecks your adrenal system. Your adrenal system is responsible for the proper production and release of hormones. Therefore, your hormones go haywire and the imbalance ultimately shows itself on your skin.
Other than that, allergies to different foods, chemicals, environmental conditions etc are also responsible for skin blemishes. No matter under what condition your skin is, these 5 fruits will set you up on a road to natural recovery.
Let your skin thank you later!

Berries
As much as we love berries, berries love us too. Berries are full of skin repairing oxidants. They are also fibrous, which automatically regulates blood sugar levels and prevents diabetes. Healthy blood sugar levels are very important for skin health and we usually forget this fact – especially if you are in a fight with your hormones. They are also great organic exfoliators. They already have salicylic acid which is one of the most popular ingredients used in beauty products to treat acne marks and blemishes. They also contain Vitamin C and Ellagic acid. Ellagic acid recovers skin from the U.V damage.

Banana
Banana is an all season and all-time favourite superfruit. It is easier to eat. (People who are always rushing, take a note).
This fruit is packed with antioxidants and antimicrobial properties and is also skin’s natural moisturizer. It contains Vitamins – A, C, K and E, folate and several minerals that make it effective in improving your skin health by reducing inflammation.
It is also rich in dietary fibre and magnesium that is good for your digestive and nervous system, respectively. Bananas are also soothing agents that help in lessening skin irritation. They also help with skin burns.
You can make super easy face masks with bananas such as: Banana and Honey, Banana and Yogurt.

Pomegranate
Pomegranate is wonderful if you love basking in the sun. Pomegranate peel itself is an antioxidant scrub and the fruit is rich in Vitamins C and K – both important for healthy collagen and cells.
It helps reduce UV damage and prevents pigmentation. Studies have shown that pomegranates are also very effective in renewing skin and reversing tan!

Apple
An apple a day keeps the doctor away!
Apples are filled with vitamins A and C. Stressing enough; these two vitamins help solve a lot of skin problems. If you are someone who follows fashionistas and fashion weeks religiously, you would have noticed that models always keep a sachet of Vitamin C with them.
Apple peels reduce the appearance of signs of aging (wrinkles and loose skin). They also help to fight those free radicals in the body, reducing oxidative stress and wear-tear. They are natural hormone balancers. Consuming it with the peel is the best way to reap maximum benefits!

Cucumber
Cucumbers are fruits! And needless to mention, they are very hydrating. A major part of cucumber is water. They are basically body’s natural coolers.
The peel of cucumber is full of Vitamin C which is vital for glowing skin. They can also aid in skin whitening without any side effects and reduce the appearance of fine lines, because they hydrate your skin inside-out. They also reduce puffy eyes and dark circles.
Honestly, we eat them anyway. So, instead of throwing away the leftover pieces, mash them with honey or rose water and leave it on your face for 5 to 10 minutes. If your body needs water to function properly, so does your skin!

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