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    Summer's Best Superfoods

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    Strawberries: Block Sunburn

    They have ellagic acid, a compound that protects against UV radiation, an animal study in Experimental Dermatology finds. This acid works by

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    Photo by: CN Digital Studio
    Strawberries: Block Sunburn

    They have ellagic acid, a compound that protects against UV radiation, an animal study in Experimental Dermatology finds. This acid works by reducing the release of molecules linked to inflammation-which can lead to that oh-so-attractive lobster look. Plus, the acid preserves skin-smoothing collagen. Adios, wrinkles.


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    Tue, Jun 26, 2012 12:13 PM EDT
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