Vegetable is a integral part of our diet, especially for VEGETARIANS!!
SO DOES IT BENEFITS OUR SKIN TOO??
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VITAMIN C

Vitamin C is a textbook skin care ingredient. Fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin C are among the best foods for skin repair because this well-known vitamin is a potent antioxidant associated with brightening and anti-aging skin benefits.

Much of the research on vitamin C and skin health is on topical products containing ascorbic acid. Current research suggests that topical vitamin C stimulates collagen synthesis and protects against free radical damage due to UV radiation.

An August 2017 study published in Nutrients compared the nutritional intake of vitamin C with topical application of vitamin C products containing ascorbic acid. Researchers concluded that both usages of vitamin C are effective at encouraging healthy skin, though the delivery of vitamin C into the skin remains a challenge. A positive correlation between vegetable intake and good skin was found.

Vegetables high in vitamin C include:

  • Broccoli
  • Bell peppers
  • Kale
  • Spinach
  • Snow peas
  • Brussels sprouts

Antioxidants Protect and Repair

The common theme in foods good for skin and hair is that they are high in antioxidants. The word "antioxidant" means inhibition of oxidative stress to the body. When skin experiences oxidative stress due to free radical damage, the result can be one of the following: hyperpigmentation, acne, skin cancer, sun spots, UV damage and other symptoms or conditions.

Consuming antioxidants in the form of vegetables is one way to encourage healthy skin. Antioxidants provide healing where they are needed. In some people, this is acne healing. In others, it is preventing damage from sun exposure. For those with existing sun damage, such as hyperpigmentation or dark spots, certain antioxidants can help minimize that, too.

Antioxidants also have anti-aging benefits, but they are mainly preventative measures. A combination of antioxidants and sun protection, such as zinc oxide mineral sunscreen, can prevent premature aging due to environmental stressors. While the physical signs of aging are just a part of life, the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles can be reduced by taking good care of your skin.

While vitamin C and vitamin E are well-known antioxidants, other dietary antioxidants include:

  • Lycopene, which is found in tomatoes, bell peppers, red cabbage and asparagus
  • B vitamins, which are found in green peas, squash, asparagus and mushrooms
  • Vitamin A, which is found in carrots, cabbage, potatoes and spinach
  • Proanthocyanidins (PACs), which is found in okra