Did you know that vitamin E is very good for your skin? Thanks to the properties of this antioxidant, vitamin E protects your skin from damage from ultraviolet light, exhaust fumes and even cigarette smoke. Vitamin E can also be found in certain foods, of which we have listed the 14 foods with the most vitamin E for you. Give your skin a boost!
Eating sunflower seeds is a habit that you can definitely teach yourself! They are full of vitamin E and are therefore good for your skin. In addition, they also contain a lot of (vegetable) proteins, fiber and healthy, unsaturated fats. Opt for the kernels in their shells to make snacking a mindful experience and to ensure that you eat less quickly.
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Of all nuts, almonds contain the most vitamin E. In addition, they also ensure that you are full faster and longer, thanks to the healthy fats and proteins they contain. Almonds are the perfect snack or topping for your yogurt. They would also help to keep your cholesterol levels low, reducing your risk of cardiovascular disease. It's worth the try!
Although almonds contain more vitamin E, hazelnuts are also a good source of vitamin E. No, not if you eat hazelnut spread like Nutella. But these tasty nuts contain healthy fats, fiber and magnesium in addition to vitamin E. Combine them with your favorite seeds and some dried fruit for a nutritious snack or yogurt topping.
Did you know that this type of fruit contains quite a bit of vitamin E? Avocado (and avocado oil, while we're on the subject) is very good for your skin. After that, an avocado also contains healthy fats, fiber, vitamin K and potassium. The fats in the avocado even help your body absorb vitamins E and K, which are fat-soluble. Avocado toast for breakfast? We're in!
Several green leafy vegetables, including spinach, are vegetables that are high in vitamin E. In addition to spinach, for example, kale also contains quite a bit of vitamin E. In addition to vitamin E, spinach also contains fiber, (vegetable) iron and magnesium. Make a tasty salad with it, use it in your pasta or use some leaves on a wrap – you can do it in all sorts of ways!
Shrimp, like many other shellfish, is a nutritious option that is low in calories. It contains a lot of vitamin E, but also vitamin B12, a vitamin that is very important for healthy cell function. You can find this type of vitamin a lot in seafood anyway, so if you want to get more B12, that's always a good idea!
Maybe you regularly eat canned tuna, but have you ever tried canned salmon? Canned salmon contains less mercury than tuna and contains vitamin E as well as vitamin B1 and vitamin D, which you don't find easily in foods.
Bell peppers contain a lot of vitamin C, but also a lot of vitamin E when you bake them. Although all bell peppers contain a lot of antioxidants, you can mainly find them in the red bell peppers. So process them in a surprising way through your meals for an extra boost of vitamin E.
This one is especially popular in the fall, but should be all year round. It contains a lot of beta-carotene (also called vitamin A), which has a positive effect on your vision. But bottle gourd also contains a lot of vitamin E, which makes it good for your skin. Both vitamin A and vitamin E are fat soluble, so fry the pumpkin in olive oil to ensure your body absorbs the nutrients from the pumpkin.
An absolute seasonal favourite:asparagus. Asparagus contains a lot of vitamin E and therefore contributes to healthy skin. And yes, it will make your urine stink, but it's worth it. Not only are they incredibly tasty, they also contain a lot of vitamin K and some vitamin A in addition to vitamin E. Asparagus soup, any one?
This green rascal also contains quite a bit of vitamin E, in addition to a huge amount of vitamin C. They are also packed with fiber, vitamin K and potassium. Not only a very tasty, but also a very healthy snack!
Of course, broccoli should also not be missing from this list, since it ends up on almost every list of foods that are good for you. It contains quite a bit of vitamin E, but also vitamin K and a lot of vitamin C. Whether you use it in stir-fries, oven dishes or maybe even smoothies, broccoli is always good for you.
Who doesn't love peanut butter?! Peanut butter also contains quite a bit of vitamin E, in addition to unsaturated fat, magnesium and protein. So it's no surprise that peanut butter is a popular spread, both for bread/crackers and your favorite fruits.
There is a reason why olive oil is often used in skin care products:it contains the antioxidant vitamin E. Of course you are not supposed to eat your body lotion, but you can cook with olive oil or use it as a dressing for your salad. In addition to vitamin E, it also contains unsaturated fat, which has made olive oil one of the key ingredients of the Mediterranean diet.
