Faced with the realities of aging, many people look for ways to preserve their bodies. Things start to wrinkle, ache, protrude, or sag, and going the route of surgery isn’t always feasible.

One of those areas that women and men experience unwanted sagging is in the neck. It’s caused by the sun, electronic device usage, age, fat, and loose muscles. Turtlenecks can disguise it, but that’s not a good look in the summertime. If you’ve noticed loose skin under your chin that you want to improve, you can do it without going under the knife.

How? Exercise helps with turkey neck, but so will a few tweaks to your daily diet that will give your skin the elasticity it needs to stay youthful. Before you jump into these food remedies, be prepared to drink more water each day too!

Down below are seven foods that fight turkey neck to help keep it toned:

1. Flaxseed Oil

   High in omega-3 fatty acids, flaxseed oil assists with the production of collagen. The oil has amazing benefits when it comes to wrinkles, weight loss, and cellulite. Use internally and topically for saggy skin under the chin.

2. Aloe Vera

   Aloe has been backed by NIH science in its ability to increase collagen production. In one study, it was found that aloe supplementation improved elasticity and the appearance of wrinkles in aging women. Eat it, drink it, or take it as a capsule!

3. Wild Salmon

   Go wild with your salmon for another omega-3 powerhouse. Eating wild salmon helps to keep your skin firm and fight wrinkles.

4. Olive Oil

   The good fats found in olive oil protect the skin against UV damage and photoaging. It’s also rich in vitamin E, a skin protectant and anti-aging agent. Use it internally or externally for its nutritious benefits, and its tissue-tightening and skin-enhancing properties.

5. Winter Squash

   Show some love to acorn or butternut squash and you’ll get it right back in the form of antioxidants and vitamins A and C. Winter squash is high in vitamin C, which is needed for collagen production, while vitamin A promotes healthy skin. Eat enough pumpkin and other foods in this family and you’ll also be protecting your skin from free radicals— a major cause of wrinkly, untoned skin.

6. Nuts

   Brazil nuts, walnuts, and peanuts all help fight sagging in the face. Reach for brazils for selenium (increases elasticity), vitamin E, and magnesium. Walnuts are high in omega-3 fats, helping to snuff out wrinkles and inflammation. Most nuts have healthy fats that will boost your skin’s tone, but be sure to eat in moderation.

7. Citrus

   Your body needs the vitamin C that citrus fruits provide to fight free radicals and to make collagen. Vitamin C helps to repair and tighten loose skin. Go for those grapefruits, tangerines, and oranges with gusto!

If you’re looking for ways to firm up your jawline without plastic surgery, these food options could help you do the trick. Remember to hydrate and moisturize to keep your skin elastic, and watch out for text neck!

Does saggy neck skin bother you? What remedies have improved your turkey neck? Are you eating collagen-promoting foods already?