Aging is a natural process, but you want to look young at any age. The food you eat has a profound effect on the body. Poor nutrition contributes to disease and premature aging, while healthy nutrition, on the contrary, provides the body with essential nutrients and slows down the aging process.
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Walnuts are high in omega-3 fatty acids, which regulate blood cholesterol levels, reduce the risk of heart disease, and also nourish the brain. Walnuts also contain magnesium, iron, zinc, potassium, selenium, copper and fiber, which keep the body healthy and energetic. A quarter cup of walnuts provides about 90% of the recommended daily intake of omega-3 fatty acids.
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Blueberries are rich in antioxidants that slow down the aging process and fight free radicals in the body. Also, blueberries have powerful anti-inflammatory properties and keep the skin youthful. Blueberries reduce the risk of arthritis and Alzheimer's disease, regulate cholesterol levels, and improve vision.
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Spinach is a powerful source of lutein and zeaxanthin, antioxidants that fight age-related decline in intelligence, blurred vision, and bone degeneration. Spinach also contains vitamins C and E and beta-carotene, which protect the skin from UV damage. In addition, this green vegetable prevents cardiovascular disease and reduces the risk of gastrointestinal cancer, regulates blood pressure and lowers cholesterol. Just one cup of fresh spinach daily will help keep your skin healthy and youthful for years.
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Green tea is rich in powerful antioxidants that protect the skin from harmful free radicals, reduce the formation of wrinkles and age spots, and slow down skin aging. This healthy drink also protects against skin cancer, heart disease, and rheumatoid arthritis. It is recommended to drink 1-2 cups of green tea a day.
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Salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which prevent the buildup of cholesterol in the arteries, normalize heart rate and keep the brain toned. The anti-inflammatory properties and high protein content of salmon prevents acne, age spots and wrinkles. In addition, salmon contains a substance called astaxanthin, which has anti-aging effects. Try to eat 3-4 servings of salmon per week.
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Broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables can significantly slow down the aging process. They contain antioxidants as well as sulforaphane and indoles that protect against oxidative stress, cell damage, and even cancer. Folic acid nourishes the brain, and vitamin K1 increases bone density and reduces the risk of fractures. Eat a serving of broccoli 3-4 times a week.
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Research has proven that olive oil significantly slows down aging. It contains antioxidants, including vitamins A and E. Vitamin A protects the skin from free radicals, which are known to accelerate the aging process of the skin. Regular consumption of olive oil reduces wrinkles, evens out skin tone and makes the skin smoother. The monounsaturated fatty acids in olive oil support heart health and lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Olive oil is used not only in cooking, but also in cosmetology as a bath oil and moisturizer.
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Dark chocolate protects cells from oxidative damage. It contains flavanols, which provide elasticity to blood vessels, regulate blood pressure, and reduce the risk of diabetes, kidney disease, and dementia (dementia).
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Garlic contains allicin, which has anti-inflammatory, antifungal and antiviral effects and fights free radicals. Garlic regulates blood pressure and cholesterol, removes heavy metals from the body and is a good cancer prevention. Garlic also contains vitamins A, B and C, selenium, iodine, potassium, iron, zinc, calcium and magnesium, which are essential for the health of the body. Eat two raw garlic cloves daily.
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Tomatoes can reverse the aging process. Tomatoes contain lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that protects the skin from free radicals. Lycopene acts as a natural sunscreen, preventing exposure to UV rays that cause dry skin, wrinkles, and age spots. In addition, the tomato diet increases the production of collagen, a protein that keeps the skin supple. Drink a glass of tomato juice or eat one tomato a day.
