Available all year, dried berries are a versatile, all-season fruit that offers significant health benefits to us. Not only are they delicious and convenient snacks but they are great at maintaining and enhancing skin health. Loaded with a wealth of nutrients and vitamins, they contribute to the skin’s radiance by reducing oxidative stress and preventing skin damage. Additionally, the anti-inflammatory properties of berries help to reduce skin irritation and blemishes, while their hydrating qualities maintain moisture levels, resulting in a radiant complexion. With their high antioxidant content berries are a valuable addition, keeping your skin looking vibrant and healthy, even during the humid monsoon season. Let us find out what berries in dry form can help you achieve a luminous, healthy skin tone.
How To Incorporate Dried Berries Into Your Diet?
Here is how to incorporate dried berries into your diet.
Snacking: Eat them as a healthy snack on their own.
Smoothies: Add a handful to your smoothies for a nutritional boost.
Salads: Sprinkle them over salads for extra flavor and health benefits.
Yogurt: Mix them into your oatmeal or yogurt for added texture and nutrition.
Baking: Use them in baking recipes for muffins, bread, or granola bars.
Berries like blueberries, cranberries, and goji berries are rich in antioxidants, including Vitamin C and polyphenols. These compounds neutralize free radicals, protect skin cells from damage, and support the skin’s natural repair processes. Beta-carotene in dried berries is converted into Vitamin A; a component crucial for skin repair, hydration, and maintaining a youthful appearance. What’s more? Dried berries also provide dietary fiber that supports digestive health, reflected in clear, glowing skin.
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Adding these colorful brightly berries to your skincare-friendly diet will support your skin’s health from the inside out. Foray into this infographic to know about the five best ones:
(This article is reviewed by M Sowmya Binu Health And Nutrition Expert)
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References:
- Recent Studies on Berry Bioactives and Their Health-Promoting Roles
Beyza Vahapoglu, Ezgi Erskine,1 Busra Gultekin Subasi, and Esra Capanoglu
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8747047/
- https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/hsph-in-the-news/fresh-berries-are-among-the-healthiest-foods-you-can-eat/
