We all know the plethora of benefits of dried fruits such as they are great energy boosters, muscle builders and a source of daily fibre but did you know that dry fruits can also help in glowing, healthy skin. Here are a few key nutrients found in Dry fruits and their benefits for the skin.
Vitamin C:
Dried fruits such as Figs (Anjeer), Raisins andย kaju(cashews)ย can be a source of Vitamin C. Vitamin C helps accelerate the production of elastin and collagen. These Protein fibres help in skin regeneration and slow skin ageing.
Zinc:
Zinc helps in protecting the skin against UV radiation. It also has anti ageing properties as it aids in collagen production. Dried fruits rich in Zinc are cashew nuts, almonds and peanuts.
Omega-3 Fatty Acid:
Omega-3 Fatty acid is a natural skin moisturiser. It also helps in protecting the skin against UV radiation. Dry fruits rich in Omaga-3 fatty acid are Walnuts and cashews.
Antioxidants:
Antioxidants prevent cell damage by reducing oxidative stress in cells. Prevention of cell damage helps in delaying cell ageing.Dry fruits rich in antioxidants are Dates and raisins.
Dietary Fibre:
Dietary Fibre helps in flushing toxins from the body which aids in keeping the skin healthy. Dry fruits rich in dietary fibre are cashews, almonds and pistachios.
