Consuming red fruits, olive oil, fatty fish, colorful vegetables, oilseeds, and green tea can improve skin radiance, elasticity, and protection.

noli's read

The idea that nutrition influences skin health is well supported. Fatty fish (omega-3s) are recognized for their anti-inflammatory properties, backed by observational studies and clinical trials (Nutrients). Antioxidants (vitamin C from red fruits, vitamin E from oilseeds) effectively neutralize oxidative stress, a mechanism validated by fundamental research. Regarding beta-carotene, evidence shows that high consumption can modify skin pigmentation (tanned complexion) and offer very slight photoprotection, though it never replaces traditional sun protection. Olive oil, a pillar of the Mediterranean diet, is associated with reduced skin aging in epidemiological studies. These recommendations are overall very solid, relying on recognized nutritional consensus. The only point to nuance is the immediate impact on 'radiance,' which depends on numerous factors (sleep, hydration, genetics) that go beyond the dietary framework alone.

the sources

1. 1Estruch R et al. 2018