5 Foods to Eat for Anti-Aging Benefits

No matter how potent they may be, luxe moisturizers and anti-aging serums can only do so much. Youthful skin begins within, and the lifestyle choices we make—including what foods we eat (and don’t eat), how much exercise and sleep we commit to, and the extent to which we embrace sunscreen—have tremendous impact on the way that we age.

Diet is especially key, says wellness expert, and author of Glow 15 and High Fiber Keto, Naomi Whittel. “It’s so important to consider food as part of our anti-aging arsenal because food nourishes every cell in our body. When your body is nourished, it can do exactly what it is capable of. It can anti-age itself, it just needs to be activated. Science shows us that food does this.” Proper nutrition can support collagen synthesis to fight wrinkles and keep the complexion plump, promote hydration retention for a dewy glow, and encourage elasticity, in addition to promoting overall vitality and mental acuity. Here, five of the best powerhouse anti-aging foods to add to your menu.