Sunscreen for skin in the summer with the right food

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In addition to using sun protection methods outside, we should also have a diet and use natural foods to "shield" the skin from the inside to prevent skin cancer.

1. Protect skin from the outside

Use sunscreen and shields In the sun contains two types of UVA and UVB rays that cause damage to the skin, especially can cause skin cancer. Using a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher and applying it 30 minutes before going outside can prevent some of this damage. In addition, we still need to wear long-sleeved shirts, sunblocks, umbrellas, hats... and sunglasses to protect our skin and eyes.

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2. Protect skin from the inside

Top 10 foods, fruits and vegetables that should be added in the summer:
Carrots Carrots contain a lot of beta-carotene, which helps protect the body from the harmful effects of the sun, and helps reduce sunburn quickly. because they are rich in vitamin E.
Citrus fruits Oranges, lemons, tangerines, grapefruits... contain a lot of vitamin C. Vitamin C will have the effect of preventing skin cancer, helping to protect the skin from sunburn and color formation. element.
Pomegranate Pomegranate is rich in antioxidants and ellagic acid, known to offer exceptional protection from the sun's UVA and UVB rays. This delicious fruit has the ability to increase the protective effect of chemical SPF sunscreens by 20%.
Strawberries Strawberries are a fruit that is rich in antioxidants and vitamin C, and is one of the best natural sunscreen foods. They help protect the skin from free radical damage from the sun and help keep it healthy and glowing.
Green Tea Green tea contains tannic acid that provides a soothing effect on hot burns. In addition, it can protect the body from UV rays, boost immunity and reduce inflammation. Therefore, green tea acts as a natural sunscreen.

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Almonds Almonds contain quercetin that helps protect the immune system from harmful UV rays. The vitamin E content in almonds can help heal a tan.
Watermelon This is a natural cooling fruit that can lower body temperature. It contains 40% more lycopene than tomatoes, making watermelon a great natural sun protection food.
Turmeric is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties, which can protect the skin from the sun's rays and keep it healthy and radiant.
Green Leafy Vegetables Leafy vegetables like spinach, lettuce, etc. help nourish healthy skin from within. The nutrients in green leafy vegetables help prevent abnormal cell growth caused by UV rays, thereby preventing skin cancer.
Tomato Lycopene in tomatoes has the ability to neutralize free radicals caused by ultraviolet rays. The antioxidant content in tomatoes has the ability to prevent premature skin aging, fade wrinkles. They increase the concentration of procollagen under the skin, making the skin more elastic.

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Besides adding natural fruits and vegetables, we need to get enough sleep, have a regular lifestyle and drink 2 liters of water every day. Meals need to be fortified with foods rich in vitamins A, E, zinc, and B vitamins that are good for the skin.

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