PremiumAnahad O'ConnorWashington Post·10 Aug, 2026 12:00 AM9 mins to readFor lunch, dermatologist Michelle Henry usually opts for a grain-and-vegetable bowl. She's also a fan of oily fish such as salmon, sardines and mackerel. Photo / Nico Schinco, The New York TimesThink colourful plants, healthy fats and fish – not collagen supplements.What you eat affects every part of your body, and that includes your largest organ: your skin.

Studies have found that some foods contain nutrients that can reduce inflammation, protect against sun damage and potentially even help your skin