Food & Drink

16 Super (Food) Ideas to Beat Back Summer’s UV Rays

These tasty dishes are chock-full of healthy stuff that'll help protect delicate skin from the sun's rays.

By Abigail Matsumoto July 26, 2017

Amp up your SPF with the help of a summery superfood menu! Your fridge and pantry are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and other good things that can help block UVA rays, protect skin, and even ease sunburns. Check out the slideshow below to see the best recipes for all those sunny days ahead: beat-the-heat drinks, crunchy carrot chips, and even a new way to toast the morning!

Love These Loaded Muffins

What better way to get your beta-carotene, than with these delish muffins from Simply Scratch? While beta-carotene can help protect against sunburns, these muffins can help protect against rumbly tummies. Loaded with healthy ingredients like carrot, zucchini, pecans, and dried cherries, these make an awesome grab-and-go breakfast or snack for those busy summer days.
Get the recipe here.

photo: Simply Scratch