7 Super Foods
7 Anti-Aging Super Foods

1. Avocado Great For The Skin
Avocado is a excellant source of Vitamin E, which is
crucial for retaining smooth andyouthful looking skin. In addition to
Vitamin E avocado also contains potassium which prevents
high blood pressure. Tip: Try uisung Avocado in
sandwiches instead of butter spread.
2. Berries as antiaging antioxidants
Most berries especially blackberries, blueberries,
blackcurrants contain phytochemicals which are powerful
antioxidants. Antioxidants help to protect your body against
damage caused by free radicals so they are very important for
anti-aging nutrition. Red grape is technically not a
berry, but it has similar properties.
3. Fish for protein and Omega 3 fats
Your body needs quality proteins and some fat, and it is
much better to take fish as a source of these and not red meat.
Fish supplies us with Omega 3 fatty acids which stimulate the
immune system and lowers risk of heart disease. Some studies
have shown that people who eat a lot of fish have lower risk of
colorectal, esophageal and stomach cancers.
4. Carrots for cancer protection
Carrots are an excellent source of beta carotene which is a
powerful antioxidant that fights aging and many diseases.
Studies have shown that people who eat one medium carrot a day
significantly reduced risk of lung cancer. Beta carotene also
keeps your vision sharp protecting your eyes from age related
diseases. It is also important for keeping yourimmune system
strong.
Carrots give you most benefits if eaten uncooked. If you don't
feel like eating a row carrot, try adding it to your salads, it
gives slightly sweet taste to a salad. Alternatively drink
carrot juice once in a while - the juice is a concentrated
source of beta carotene.
5. Nuts to bust your immune system
Raw nuts are very high in fiber; they are also a good source
of vitamins and potassium, zinc, iron, magnesium, copper and
selenium. They control cholesterol level and strengthen your
immune system. The only draw back of nuts is that they are high
in fat, so a couple table spoons a day is good but not
more.
Only row nuts are good anti-aging food. Avoid salted and
roasted nuts, they do more damage to your health than bring
benefits. A good way to add nuts to your everyday diet is to
sprinkle them over a salad or to add them to cereals.
6. Whole meal pasta and brown rice for energy
These contain complex carbohydrates, to insure that you feel
full of energy all day. Brown rice is high in fiber and B group
vitamins. Only don't make fried rice out of it - steamed brown
rice is the best choice. Whole meal pasta is high in fiber and
iron.
7. Water to detoxify and keep smooth skin
Water is absolutely essential for our health. You probably
have heard that you should drink 8 glasses of water every day,
but do you follow the advice? Water helps to get rid of toxins.
Also adequate intake of water insures that your skin looks
young and healthy. Moisturizing anti-aging creams and lotions
are good, but if you drink enough water your skin will be less
dry without creams.
Pure bottled water is very good for you, but not exciting. So
you can replace it with other nutritious liquids - juices with
no added sugar, herbal teas or mineral water. Fresh fruits also
are good source of water, for example watermelon is basically
90% water. 8 glasses a day is a rule of thumb, but in hot or
windy weather you might need more.
Include these products in your diet on a regular basis and you
will see that soon you will feel and look younger than your
physical age.
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