One widely popular snack that is readily available in UK supermarkets is now being spotlighted by experts for its remarkable anti-ageing properties.

Walnuts have long been a favourite for their taste and are now gaining recognition for their potential to promote youthful, glowing skin, especially as more and more people are turning to natural and affordable solutions for skincare rather than spending a fortune on various creams and lotions.

Backed by insights from leading wellness experts, this discovery is shifting perceptions of how simple dietary choices can impact our appearance.

Food and wellness experts from Ski Vertigo explain: "Small dietary adjustments, such as incorporating a handful of walnuts into your daily routine, can yield long-term skin health benefits.

"Start today by swapping processed snacks for this nutritious alternative! With walnuts, a simple dietary choice can yield profound benefits.

"By making small, consistent changes to your diet, you can look and feel younger from the inside out. So next time you’re in the snack aisle, consider reaching for a bag of walnuts—your skin will thank you."

Walnuts are rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids, particularly alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which maintains skin elasticity and hydration, reduces inflammation, a key factor in skin ageing, and helps prevent collagen breakdown and the formation of wrinkles.

And it doesn't stop there; these nuts are loaded with nutrients and contain high levels of vitamin E, selenium, and polyphenols. These antioxidants neutralize free radicals, which cause skin cell damage, and accelerate visible signs of ageing like wrinkles and hyperpigmentation.

Alongside this, walnuts contain zinc, a mineral critical for skin healing and fighting bacterial infections, making them beneficial for individuals prone to acne or other skin issues.

It's recommended to consume a small handful (about 28 grams) of walnuts daily to reap their anti-ageing benefits, and it's super easy to add these nuts to your daily diet.

How to incorporate walnuts into your diet

• Sprinkle chopped walnuts over porridge, yoghurt, or smoothie bowls for a nutty crunch.
• Replace sugary snacks with a handful of walnuts.
• Add walnuts to salads.
• Upgrade your baking by using walnuts in homemade granola bars, muffins, or banana bread.
• Add toasted walnuts as a garnish for savoury dishes.