7 Foods that Help with Dry Skin
Dry, flaky, cracked, inflamed—winter isn't exactly a happy skin season. And if you are someone who suffers from these conditions just like me, you'll understand what I'm talking about. Thankfully, these right foods can fix your winter skin woes. Pomegranate Packed with polyphenols that protect against sun damage, these potent seeds boost blood flow, protect the skin and contain ellagic acid, an antioxidant shown to reduce collagen breakdown, and inflammation. Kale and Other Greens Green leafy vegetables including Kale provide both vitamin A (for skin renewal) and vitamin C (for boosted collagen and firmer skin). A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that those who ate a diet rich in vitamin C had fewer wrinkles and less skin dryness. Nuts Walnuts are packed with alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an omega-3 fatty acid known to strengthen skin membranes by locking in moisture and protecting skin cells. Munching on a handful of ...
