What to eat to prevent dry skin

Another autumn has arrived. This season is a season of harvest, but it is also a relatively dry time. It is often said that the weather is clear and cool in autumn, and the air is dry due to the lack of rain. Therefore, it is easy for the skin to become dry at this time. This phenomenon is not only uncomfortable but also affects one’s personal image. So let’s talk about what to eat to prevent dry skin? Let food defeat dryness.

1. White food moisturizes the lungs and replenishes water

"Dryness can easily damage the lungs," and the lungs among the five internal organs correspond to "white" among the five colors. Eating "white foods" can moisturize the lungs and replenish water. In winter, you can often eat white radish, cabbage, winter melon, lily, white fungus, lotus root, lotus seeds, etc. White radish contains a variety of vitamins and minerals, among which the content of vitamin C is 8-10 times higher than that of pears and apples. Cabbage is rich in vitamins C and E, which can prevent dry skin caused by dryness and heat. The cellulose in it can also promote intestinal peristalsis and prevent constipation caused by internal heat.

2. Corn and sweet potato porridge

Take 500 grams of sweet potatoes, wash them, peel them, cut them into small pieces and put them into the pot together with 30 red dates. Cook until the sweet potatoes are 70% to 80% cooked. Add 50 grams of cornmeal and a little cold water to make it into a paste. Pour it into the pot and cook on low heat. Cook on low heat for about ten minutes and then remove from heat. It is suitable for people who suffer from constipation due to autumn dryness. It has the effects of invigorating qi and promoting body fluid, relaxing the stomach and relieving constipation. Corn contains more plant fiber, which also has the effect of moisturizing the intestines and relieving constipation.

3. Rice prevents dry skin

Rice is rich in vitamin A, E and B vitamins, amino acids and hydrochloric acid, which can effectively prevent skin dryness, prevent skin aging, and resist pigmentation. Rice is also a major source of B vitamins and an important food for preventing beriberi and eliminating oral inflammation. Rice water can stimulate the secretion of gastric juice, help digestion, and promote the absorption of fat.

Tip: It is difficult to digest, so don’t eat too much.

After reading the above content, I believe everyone has a new understanding of what to eat to prevent dry skin. In fact, in addition to what is mentioned above, you can also eat more seasonal fruits in autumn, drink more water, and replenish your skin with enough moisture. If you stick to these aspects, I believe preventing dry skin will not be a problem.