6 Diet Mistakes You Must Avoid For Good Skin:

1. Not Eating Greens
Winter comes loaded with a gamut of greens, like methi, spinach, bathua and mustard greens (or sarso as we know it). They are all replete with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. Antioxidants like vitamin C, help fight free radical activity that causes oxidative damage to the cells, making your skin dull and wrinkly. Vitamin C also helps boost production of collagen.

2. Not Hydrating
Winter or summer, you have to keep yourself hydrated or your skin starts to seem very dry and parched. Drinking water helps maintain the elasticity of your skin, and while it is true that you do not feel very thirsty during winter, but you have no choice. If the plain taste of water bores you, you could try winter special smoothies.

3. Not Eating Nuts
Nuts like almond, walnuts and pistachio are used in a range of winter preparations like panjiri and ladoo not only keep you warm and immune, but they also happen to be an excellent source of vitamin E and omega 3 fatty acids, both of which very crucial for taut and radiant skin.

4. Eating The Salads The Wrong Way
Think salads are just assembling a bunch of greens and eat, you cannot be further from the truth. Adding fried bits of bacon, or fattening dressings could be a deal-breaker for your skin. Processed foods are said to be detrimental for the skin as well as your overall health.

5. Making Soups The Wrong Way
Soups and winter go hand-in-hand, right? A well-made soup could work as an instant pick-me-up in this biting cold. It is a good idea to opt for clear soup instead of thick, creamy ones. Add more seasonal veggies and less of fried croutons.

6. Not Eating A Combination of Fruits
You may have your favourites, but if you restrict yourself, you would restrict the antioxidants too. Just remember to keep your bowl of fruits loaded and colourful. Guavas, oranges, pomegranate and amla are some winter fruits you can try.

Follow these tips and take good care of your skin this winter. Happy winters!