5 superfoods that really improve the skin

We spend so much time applying creams to our skin every day, but did you know that our skin is a reflection of our internal health? What we eat has a major effect on how our skin looks.
Recurring pimples and other skin problems can best be resolved by tackling the cause of a disturbance in balance - with the right skin care and nutrition. After all, what you eat is reflected in what your skin looks like on the outside. In addition to the more obvious tactics (drinking lots of water, using less sugar), these 5 nutrients are highly recommended to tackle impure and dull skin:

Antioxidants

Antioxidants have numerous benefits for the skin.
Vitamin A: powerful antioxidant. It maintains collagen in the skin, hydrates the body from within and ensures cell renewal. You can find it in: kale, carrot, endive, spinach

Vitamin E works as an antioxidant and thus protects cells, blood vessels, organs, eyes and tissue. Vitamin E also plays an important role in skin aging.
Vitamin E is found in olive oil, nuts and seeds, avocado, spinach, broccoli, almonds, pumpkin

Essential fatty acids

Healthy fats - especially omega 3 - have healing, anti-inflammatory properties. They also play an important role in regulating hormones, balancing excess sebum. You can find them in: olive oil, fish (salmon, sardines, mackerel), chia seeds and linseed.

Zinc

A micronutrient essential for skin health. Zinc reduces inflammation. It plays a role in the production of elastin, which makes the skin supple. It is indispensable for radiant skin, beautiful hair and healthy nails.
You can find it in: lentils, cashew nuts, quinoa

Probiotics

The health of your gut and your skin are interconnected. Probiotics are promising for skin treatment.
And for supporting your intestinal flora - which reduces inflammation and keeps harmful bacteria in check - A relationship has been shown between healthy intestinal flora and treating acne.
You can find them in: coconut yogurt, kefir

Anti-inflammatory herbs

Certain herbs can aid in detoxification and are also strong antioxidants.
Ginger, turmeric, rosemary, chamomile, cloves, cinnamon and coriander.