Turkey
For many of us, turkey and Christmas go hand-in-hand and the delicious bird plays an important role on dinner tables across the country on the big day.
It’s one of the most protein-rich foods we can eat, which helps with the production of keratin and collagen, a protein found in the body’s connective tissues.

Roasted chestnuts
These brown seeds are a common sight in the holiday season, and roasting them on an open fire is a tradition for many families.
They are also full of heart and skin-healthy fatty acids such as linoleic acid, which helps protect the skin’s natural barriers and can even reduce acne breakouts.

Cranberry sauce
A popular condiment on Christmas dinner tables, cranberries are packed full of antioxidants such as proanthocyanidins.
They are great for the liver, so can be useful for fighting the post-Christmas hangover, but also work to combat free radicals that can damage skin.

Salmon
Some of us may prefer this nutrient-dense fish to turkey as the main showstopper, and it is also great for the skin too.
It’s rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which help regulate the skin’s natural oil production, and also Vitamin B12, which can fight dark spots and uneven skin tone.

Brussel sprouts
While these leafy greens have a reputation as one of the most contentious features of Christmas dinners, there is no doubt they are incredibly nutritious.
They are packed full of fibre, which keeps the digestive system in good shape, and also Vitamin C and copper for collagen production.

Sage
No Christmas dinner would be complete without delicious stuffing, and this herb is a common feature on many recipes.
It is a natural anti-inflammatory rich in Vitamin A, which helps speed up healing and promotes natural moisturising.

Red cabbage
This popular side dish is not only delicious, but it can keep us fighting fit over the hectic holiday period.
It is full of Vitamin C, which stimulates white blood cells to keep our immune system at full strength to ward off infections.