Eating more fruits and vegetables can noticeably improve your skin's color within just a few weeks, according to a study from the University of St Andrews.
In the research, 35 students with light skin tracked their fruit and vegetable intake for six weeks, while their skin complexion was analyzed multiple times. They avoided self-tanners, makeup, and tanning beds to ensure accurate results.
Red and yellow pigments
The findings? Shifts in fruit and vegetable consumption directly influenced their skin tone, deepening natural red or yellow undertones. Researchers pinpoint carotenoids—the red and yellow pigments in these foods—as the key factor.
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How much this effect shows up in a typical healthy diet remains unclear. The team notes it may vary for older adults, calling for further studies. Even so, aiming for the '2 ounces of vegetables and 2 pieces of fruit' guideline is a smart, science-backed habit.
