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!

Totally Tomatoes

Turns out, tomatoes are like Mother Nature’s sunscreen; they’re rich in the antioxidant lycopene, which has been proven to provide long-term protection against UV-radiation-induced effects. Try making some pizza with this homemade sauce from Bowl of Delicious—it only takes 15 minutes and about $3 to make. Get the recipe here.

photo: Bowl of Delicious