Summertime 6 Foods To Keep Your Skin Glowing

Summertime is all about gorgeous glowing skin. And of course a skincare habit that helps your waistline doesn't hurt at all. This August in full swing, the sun is shining brighter and warmer than before and I want to share some of my favorite healthy snacks to keep your skin looking beautifully fresh. And yes, your body will thank you!

Summertime 6 Healthy Snacks

Fruit, Fruit, & More Fruit - Okay, I love fruit year round. It is delicious and sweet and much less guilt-inducing than a tub of ice cream or sorbet. So, what fruits to I recommend for the summer season? I love to load up on my strawberries in the summer. Why? Because they are very high in Vitamin C and antioxidants which only help beautify my skin. And in case you are wondering of ways to eat this delicious berry, I have a few suggestions:

Try it on your salad - this makes for a refreshing treat.
Add some balsamic and enjoy.
If you must indulge try a lite cool whip for some summertime decadence.

My Strawberry Skincare Product Pick: Eminence Organics Strawberry Rhubarb Hyaluronic Serum.

Red Bell Peppers - If you are looking for a light, low-cal, high fiber snack that gives you glowing skin, I highly recommend red bell peppers. This crisp veggie (much like strawberries) packs a huge Vitamin C punch that helps to reverse the signs of aging and restore collagen. Some fun ways to eat this tasty treat are:

Grill them! You can ad a pinch of salt and enjoy plain or with other veggies and meat.
Go plain. Red Bell Peppers are incredibly flavorful.
Dip them in hummus for a fun, but still healthy, twist.

Tomato - This delicious fruit (yes, tomatoes are fruit) is ultra rich in lycopene and beta-carotine, which boost your skin's ability to withstand sun damage and nourish the skin. Another extra added benefit is that they are high in Vitamin C! I love tomatoes and the fact that they are so versatile!

Make a caprese salad using basil, tomato, mozzarella, and balsamic. For an even healthier treat swap the mozzarella for some avocado!
Plain. This is especially good with cherry tomatoes.
Add to your salad!

My Tomato Skincare Product Pick: iLike Organic Skin Care Tomato Suntan Lotion.

Avocado -Another incredibly versatile fruit is avocado, which happens to be very high in biotin. The benefits are fabulous, helping out with nourishing your skin, hair, and nails. I like to eat at least half an avocado a day, but of course it is always good to mix it up:

Believe it or not, avocado tastes fabulous in smoothie form! I like to blend up Avocado, Banana, Greek Yogurt, Vanilla Almond Milk, and Honey for a delicious and healthy smoothie treat.
Plain - or you can add cayenne pepper, lemon pepper, garlic powder, etc.
In sandwiches.
The opportunities are endless.

My Avocado Skincare Product Pick: Clayton Shagal Cucumber & Avocado Mask.

Pomegranate - This ultra-textured fruit delivers more than just sweet flavor. Pomegranate has been known to help create more collagen and speed up healing, thanks to its high antioxidant content. Though Pomegranate is a Fall fruit, you can sometimes find it in specialty stores. When all else fails, reach for a pomegranate juice - those are around yearlong!

Add the kernels to your salad for a salty-sweet twist.
Juice it or blend it, either way you will get a delicious, antioxidant-packed drink.
Plain, of course!

My Pomegranate Skincare Product Pick: 100% Pure Pomegranate Moisturizer.

Walnuts - I have found that even those who don't generally like nuts enjoy eating walnuts in some way, shape, or form. This deliciously rich nut is packed with Omega-3 Fatty Acid that helps to add shine to your fair, and keeps your skin looking and feeling younger and smoother, longer.

Walnuts are delicious all on their own, and a little goes a long way in terms of nutrients.
Add them to your salad. They pair wonderfully with spinach, strawberries, and balsamic.
You can use walnuts to crush any meat of your choosing! There are a plethora of fabulous recipes on Pinterest.