3 Easy Food Prep Items For Daily Skin Support, From A Dietitian

If you walk into an organic market, you’re sure to find a few products with advertised skin health benefits. Maybe it’s a ginger shot, maybe it’s collagen water, or maybe it’s broth. No matter what item you choose, there's a good chance it's going to be a bit pricey, as many pre-made wellness goodies tend to be.

“Hydration is one of the most important but often overlooked factors behind a dewy, radiant complexion,” registered dietitian Sarah Olszewski MS, RDN, CDN, tells mindbodygreen.

“Dehydration restricts water flow from the cells to the skin, while proper cellular hydration improves skin elasticity, causing skin to look plumper, show less cracks or wrinkles, and reduce the appearance of blemishes or irritation,” she adds—which is reason enough to prioritize water intake every day. 

One easy way to boost hydration on the go is by keeping electrolyte powders in your bag. Olszewski recommends Cure’s Hydrating Electrolyte Mixes, which contain electrolytes like sodium and magnesium to promote optimal hydration and maintain fluid balance. 

She suggests keeping an eye out for powers free from added sugar or artificial sweeteners and mixing them into a cup or two of water. 

Next, a fruit salad for brighter skin. “A great snack option to boost skin health would be a fruit salad containing equal ratios of strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, mango, cantaloupe, and watermelon,” Olszewski says. 

She notes that all of these fruits are high in vitamin C, polyphenols, and beta-carotene, which she describes as “three skin superfoods that help to brighten, hydrate, even skin tone, prevent wrinkles, and more.” 

Making a nutrient-dense salad or warm rice bowl can be time-consuming, mainly because of the many items to chop. However, if you prep that part beforehand, then you can toss those veggies on any salad or bowl you like throughout the week. 

This mix goes perfectly with any protein base, be it animal protein, like chicken or fish, or plant-based protein, like tofu or tempeh. You can add a drizzle of whatever sauce you like to make it more flavorful. 

This recipe may seem simple, but sometimes simple foods are the best for skin health. This specific combination is particularly rich in lycopene, which can help brighten the skin and even assist in preventing UV damage1—but still, don’t forget your SPF.