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  There are several foods that can help protect against sunburn. Here are some of them: Tomatoes Tomatoes are an excellent source of lycopene, an antioxidant pigment that may play a role in protecting against sunburn. Lycopene is able to protect the skin from erythema and prevent skin damage induced by UV rays. Research has shown that eating tomato paste could help protect the skin from UV damage and UV-induced reddening. A study found that volunteers who ate helpings of ordinary tomato paste over a 12-week period developed skin that was less likely to burn in the sun. The test subjects were 33% more protected against sunlight than another group who were not given tomato paste 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 . Sweet Potatoes and Spinach Sweet potatoes and spinach are rich in beta-carotene, which can help protect the skin from sun damage. Beta-carotene is converted to vitamin A in the body, which is essential for healthy skin. Vitamin A helps to repair skin tissues and protect against UV damage 1 ....