7 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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