25 Best Foods For Your Skin

3. Dark Chocolate

Dark chocolate is extremely rich in cocoa flavanols, powerful plant-based compounds that pack up potent antioxidant properties, which aid in enhancing blood circulation and keeping the skin nicely hydrated.

A study attempted to examine the benefits associated with consuming dark chocolate by giving a high flavanol cocoa powder drink to a sample of women regularly for a period of 12 weeks. The results revealed a marked reduction of skin roughness and scaliness in the women who consumed the cocoa drink as opposed to the control group.

The participants in the study were given 3.5 ounces of dark chocolate, however, this amount packs up a much larger serving of calories than most women would want to consume. It is highly advisable to stick to a one-ounce serving or 150 calories of dark chocolate to enjoy all its skin-nourishing benefits without experiencing any weight gain.

Cocoa Benefits For Skin
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4. Oatmeal

Instead of empty breakfast consisting of a bagel and jelly, power your mornings with a fiber-rich whole grain oatmeal breakfast. Bagels, muffins and other sugar-rich processed treats will cause serious skin trouble because sugary carbohydrates trigger the body to produce insulin along with increasing the development of hormones, particularly androgens.

A heightened development of androgens can cause the sebaceous glands within the skin to secrete a larger amount of oil that tends to get trapped within the pores, leading to the emergence of pimples and acne. So, eliminate all the sugary breakfast meals and devour a bowl of oatmeal with natural sweeteners, such as fresh berries, chopped bananas and half an avocado.

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5. Sardines

Sardines are one of the best sources of the anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids, and all you need is one serving of 3.5 ounces of sardines to load up 1.5 grams of these healthy fats. Fatty fish is the richest source of DHA, a powerful anti-inflammatory type of omega-3 fatty acids. The consumption of sardines will help fight off inflammation, which is major culprit behind acne and other skin disorders, along with maintaining a radiantly clear skin complexion.

Sardines Health Benefits
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6. Green Tea

Green tea is loaded with powerful catechins and antioxidants, such as EGCG, which aid in boosting the supply of blood flow and oxygen received by the skin, which ensures that the skin is provided with all the essential nutrients required to boost a healthy and radiant skin complexion.

A recent study revealed that individuals who consumed a beverage rich in green tea polyphenols every day for a period of 12 weeks experienced a smoother and firmer skin tone, along with experience a one-quarter reduction in sun damage after being exposed to UV rays as opposed to a control group.

Green Tea Moisturizer For Acne
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