‘Age cannot wither her nor custom stale her infinite variety ….’ – Thus goes Shakespeare’s description of Cleopatra’s timeless beauty in the historical tragedy, Antony and Cleopatra…. Like the Egyptian legendary queen Cleopatra, most of us would love to maintain the fountain of youth at any cost. Nevertheless, this is not a daunting task. Just include some amazingly interesting food in your diet and retain the timeless elegance.
Anti Aging Foods
1) Berries
Berries such as raspberries strawberries cranberries gooseberries, blackberries and Blueberries provide anti ageing benefits. The colourful berries consisting of potent antioxidant substances prevent free radical attack and subsequent ageing. Furthermore, the vitamin C element in berries, by enhancing blood circulation, bestowing the necessary salts and minerals bestow a soft smooth skin thus combating ageing.
2) Fish
According to Research, fish eaters enjoy longevity with reduced mortality rates. Cold-water fish such as sardines, tuna, herring and salmon, are rich sources of omega3 fatty acids offering anticoagulant benefits. Besides these, Omega 3 fats reduce body fat, cholesterol, blood pressure, arrhythmia, inflammation prevent cardiac related diseases, prostate cancer and asthma.
3) Nuts
Packed with nutrient-rich substances, nuts are excellent sources of unsaturated fatty acids. These healthy fats however, keep the skin smooth and supple by preserving the skin elastin and collagen. Similar to coldwater fish, nuts too are rich in omega3 fatty acids and vitamin B compounds offering cardiac and brain benefits respectively. Nuts also possess calcium for bone strengthening, Vitamin E elements protecting from cellular destruction, potassium to regulate blood pressure along with fibre, protein and selenium.
4) Whole Grains
Whole (unrefined) grains such as brown rice, whole wheat and oats consisting of essential minerals and vitamins offer numerous anti ageing benefits. These fibre rich complex carbohydrates apart from promoting digestive health helps stabilise blood sugar levels, lowers risk of cholesterol, cardiac related problems, stroke and gets rid of excess body fat.
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5) Vegetables
Vegetables are fabulous sources of antioxidants, minerals and vitamins such as Vitamins E, K, C and A. These delay the ageing process by combating the free radicals in the body. Leafy green veggies such as spinach, kale and collard possessing high zeaxanthin and lutein, prevents inflammation and formation of wrinkles, one of the major occurrences due to exposure to sun’s rays. Besides this, they also help the body rid of unwanted toxins and prevent risk of developing serious ailments such as cancer, hypertension, diabetes and cholesterol. Furthermore, cooking Cruciferous veggies like cauliflower, cabbage, radish and turnips containing superb contents of fibre and minerals offer anticancer benefits by releasing indole, a substance that destroys cancerous cells. The presence of antioxidant and sulphur provide anti ageing benefits and impart a radiant younger looking skin.
6) Red Wine
Red wine contains an anti ageing antioxidant-element in the form of resveratrol, present in grape peels. It cuts down risk of cancer, prevents formation of blood clots, protects the capillaries and balances cholesterol levels.
7) Dark Chocolate
Abundant in flavonols, antioxidant-rich cocoa beans used for making Dark Chocolates, keep skin hydrated and wrinkle free by enhancing blood circulation to the skin besides safeguarding skin from the sun’s rays.
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