Start Snacking to Look Stunning: 5 Beauty Foods You Should Be Eating

February 9, 2010 7:07 pm

Start Snacking to Look Stunning: 5 Beauty Foods You Should Be Eating

Who knew that the secret to looking gorgeous was in the kitchen? Everyone knows that it's important to eat well for your health, but there's a new reason to change your eating habits: your appearance. Here are our top picks for foods that will make you even more beautiful, inside and out:

1. Artichoke

How it makes you beautiful: These leafy veggies are high in fiber, so they help rid the body of waste by naturally detoxifying and cleansing. The result? Clearer, more radiant skin with noticeably reduced redness and inflammation.

How you can eat it: Try Chef Missy Robbin's Roasted Artichoke with Lemon, Parsley, Garlic and Olive Oil to get your fill today.

2. Strawberries

How they make you beautiful: Since strawberries are packed with vitamin C, they will naturally support your immune system during flu season. But they also stimulate collagen production in the skin, preventing wrinkles and keeping skin soft and smooth. As if that weren't enough, they also contain a natural astringent that helps whiten teeth for a gorgeous grin.

How you can eat them: These sweet treats are good enough to snack on by themselves, but to make them even better, try a low-fat dessert like Strawberry Crunch.

3. Walnuts

How they make you beautiful: Full of omega-3 fatty acids (otherwise known as the heart healthy "good fat"), the alpha linoleic acid found in walnuts is associated with shiny hair as well as skin restoration.

How you can eat them: Add walnuts to your salad, cereal or desserts to add some extra crunch. Asian Walnut Chicken is also a quick and easy way to reap the benefits of these miniature miracle workers.

4. Green Tea

How it makes you beautiful: Green tea has been known for its slimming qualities for thousands of years. Its high content of polyphenols help burn fat, while it also contains antioxidants that stimulate the metabolism. Green tea also fights free radicals, thereby boosting the effectiveness of sunscreen and keeping your skin protected.

How you can get it: Stop by Tavalon Tea and start sipping.

5. Yogurt

How it makes you beautiful: Acne, psoriasis and eczema have all been associated with poor digestion. The solution? Start eating more yogurt, which is an easy source of beneficial acidophilus bacteria, which aids in proper digestion and will help clear up your skin in no time.

How you can eat it: Plain, with fruit, in a smoothie or even to tenderize meat Smoked Paprika Yogurt Sauce.