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!

Kid-Friendly Cruciferous

These broccoli and cauliflower nuggets from Sweet as Honey have a cruciferous kick! See, veggies like these are major sources of antioxidants and polyphenols that help fight free radicals and inflammation. And research has linked the sulforaphane in broccoli sprouts to an increase in the skin’s ability to protect itself from cancer and UV light. These nuggets are also dairy-free, low-carb, and irresistible as a summertime snack. Get the recipe here.

photo: Sweet as Honey