If you search on Google for “bananas for the skin”, you will instantly discover hacks on how to use the fruit and peels of the bananas as a hair treatment and skincare.
But did you know that eating one banana a day is a cheap anti-aging supplement?
The following are some of the skin benefits you can gain from consuming a banana a day:
It Contains Vitamin C.
Vitamin C promotes collagen formation to improve the dermal layer of the skin. It acts like a strong anti-oxidant that can protect your skin from pollutants, it can inhibit melanogenesis or the formation of pigments, and it can improve the skin barrier.
It contains Vitamin B6.
Vitamin B6 or Pyridoxal 5’-phosphate is known for its anti-dermatitis factor. Aside from this, it has been discovered that it plays a role in combating glycation, and is anti-inflammatory.
It contains Magnesium.
Magnesium helps in holding water in the skin, aids in skin cell turnover, and strengthens the skin barrier.
It contains Potassium.
Potassium balances the water in your system especially when you eat a lot of salty food. This helps in keeping the skin hydrated and plump.
Basically, bananas are a natural moisturizer and antioxidant for your skin. Having one dose a day can get you closer to the recommended dose for vitamins and minerals that can help delay aging.
Also Read: Alkaline Diet: A Natural Anti-Aging Approach
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About the Author: Dr. Elli Reyes is a specialist of Aesthetic Medicine from the Philippines. With over four years of specialized training, her aesthetic practice has involved a variety of skin treatments involving Botox, fillers, and the like. As a licensed physician, she has been engaged by multiple clinics and is regularly interviewed by the local media as an expert in the science of the skin. Her research and writings to date have centered on nutrition, functional health, and general beauty.
