A Russian nutrition expert has provided a set of tips for women to eat and add some nutrients more than others to their daily diet.
Nutrition expert Kristina Goravleva spoke to “Sputnik” about the need for women to include kiwi, pumpkin and some other healthy foods in their diet. According to her, kiwi has a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin. Pumpkin also contains the antioxidant beta-carotene. In combination with vitamin C, which is responsible for the production of collagen, it slows down aging. The high fiber content also helps improve the functioning of the digestive system, which has a positive effect on the skin.
The expert also advised to consume green tea and herbal tea because it contains polyphenols, which have anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties.
The expert also pointed to the role of avocado in regulating weight, affecting skin health, and wound healing. In addition, it contains potassium, sodium, magnesium, vitamins C, E, K1, B6, folic acid, niacin, pantothenic acid.
The expert concluded that olive oil contains vitamins A, D and E. Vitamin D reduces inflammation, improves sleep and immunity, and fights depression and insomnia.