Joanna James
In today's day and age, the health benefits of consuming fruit are widely known and acknowledged. There are plenty of fruits that you can eat and even apply directly on your skin, on a regular basis to prevent premature aging of your skin and reverse the damages caused by excessive exposure to the sun. Many types of fruits contain high levels of nutrients that effectively support the renewal process of your skin which occurs constantly.
An apple a day will not just keep the doctor away, but pimples and signs of aging as well: A few very good reasons to consider eating this delicious fruit regularly! Apples are a very rich source of malic acid which helps skin remain soft and firm. This will naturally lead to a more youthful appearance. In addition, the high fibre content of apples effectively clears your colons to promote regular bowel movements. This in turn eliminates a major cause of pimples.
Everyone knows that delicious avocados help to promote beautiful skin. Widely acknowledged as a super food, avocados contain high levels of vitamin B7 also known as biotin, which helps the regeneration of cells in your body. Vitamin E which helps protect skin from damage is also contained in this luscious fruit. Try mixing avocado with milk and honey and applying it as a mask and see amazing results in a few days!
Bananas are packed with nutrients such as potassium, vitamin A, B and E, that give your skin a vital glow. You can also mash a ripe banana with a tablespoon of raw honey and ½ teaspoon on lemon juice and apply it on your face as a mask to give your skin a refreshed and youthful look. It's one of the most popular fruits in Sri Lanka and a large number of variants can be found at supermarkets in the country such as Keells Super. Often we spend quite a lot of money on expensive lotions, creams and beauty treatments, when better and more holistic results can be obtained through the consumption of these inexpensive but highly nutritious fruits.
Kiwis are also quite popular all across the world given the rich taste that the fruit possesses. But not many people know that kiwis contain higher levels of vitamin C than even oranges! Vitamin C assists in strengthening your immune system while giving your skin a younger appearance. Kiwi fruits assist in regenerating cells, rejuvenating skin, making the skin firm, preventing skin diseases, controlling excess sebum production, preventing sun damage, promoting fairness and lightening dark circles! Quite a lot of positive results will be yours if you make the simple decision to eat more of these fuzzy fruits!
Ripe papayas are very commonly used in facial packs as they contain beta hydroxy acid which helps gently remove dead skin cells, dirt and oil from your skin to give it a vibrant glow. Papayas are also packed with the goodness of potassium that effectively hydrates your skin and removes dullness. This delicious fruit is a great source of vitamin A and C as well as flavonoids. So make sure you treat yourself to the amazing benefits that papayas give you.
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