You probably already know that fruits and vegetables are good for you internally, but they are also good for you externally! Studies have shown that eating fruits and vegetables can help improve your skintone, creating a more youthful and radiant glow.
Fruit and vegetable consumption affects skin carotenoid levels; this may lead to skin-color change in a fashion that is known to contribute to a healthy appearance. Carotenoids also protect against cell damage from pollution and UV rays, and can prevent age-related diseases including heart disease and cancer.
Foods rich in antioxidants are also helpful to maintain a youthful appearance. Some of the most powerful antioxidants are beta-carotene, various phytochemicals and vitamins A, C and E. Lucky for us, most of these nutrients can naturally be found in fruits and vegetables.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends filling half your plate with fruits and vegetables at every meal. For women, the USDA recommends 1.5 to 2 cups of fruit daily and 2.5 to 3 cups of veggies. Men should aim for 2 to 2.5 cups of fruit daily and 3.5 to 4 cups of veggies.
Most people do not even come close to this number. Juicing is a great way to up your daily intake of fruits and veggies, and, therefore, help to maintain a youthful and radiant appearance. To get an idea of which fruits and vegetables are best for your health and skin, here is a list of the Top 10 Fruits and Veggies for youthful and radiant skin:
Blueberries
Strawberries
Kiwis
Citrus fruits (grapefruit, orange, lemon)
Spinach
Tomatoes
Kale
Sweet Potatoes
Red Bell Peppers
Carrots
Omega Juicers has created a few juice recipes made with fruits and vegetables that are packed with essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants to help you look your best. These concoctions taste great and help you consume multiple servings of fruit and veggies in one glass. For finding the right Omega juicer for your kitchen I’d recommend checking one of the many top 5 lists on the web or watching hands-on reviews from Amazon customers.
Very Berry Blast
Ingredients:
1 cup raspberries
1 cup of blueberries
1 cup of strawberries
1 green apple
1 orange (peeled with most of the white rind still on)
Press through a juicer, stir to mix the flavors, serve, and enjoy!
Carrot Strawberry Tomato Juice
Ingredients:
3-4 medium sized carrots
2 ripe tomatoes
1 cup of strawberries
Press through a juicer, stir to mix the flavors, serve, and enjoy!
Omega’s Green Mixer
Ingredients:
½ cup of broccoli
1 carrot
1 green apple
½ cup of spinach
1 kiwi
½ inch of fresh ginger
½ lemon (peeled with most of the white rind still on)
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