Antiaging Antioxidants
in the Food We Eat
It's no surprise that the foods that contain the most antiaging antioxidants are fruits and vegetables. For those of us interested in looking and feeling younger, it is important that we take in a large amount of these foods every day. The anti-aging tips on this page will help you choose the best fruits and veggies to improve your health.
Berries are loaded with antioxidants. The bright colored pigments contain antioxidants that protect your arteries and also seem to protect your brain cells. Berries are also high in fiber. So eat them on your cereal or on a salad or keep a bowl on the counter as a snack. They are good for you.
Cruciferous vegetables are another wonderful category of foods containing antioxidants. These include: cauliflower, broccoli, Brussels sprouts and cabbage. They are high in vitamin C, a known antioxidant. These veggies are also high in calcium and fiber - another plus.There is also evidence that these vegetables eliminate toxins from the body. The best way to eat them is raw, lightly sauteed or steamed. It is important to not overcook any vegetable so that their vitamins and nutritional benefits remain intact.
✰ Anti-aging Tip - Eat brightly colored fruits and veggies. These contain the most antioxidants.
An easy way to add more antioxidants is to eat more greens - specifically, green leafy vegetables. These veggies also contain calcium, fiber and folic acid. In addition, there is evidence that eating more green leafy vegetables can cut your risk of a stroke or heart attack. Just add a salad or two every day to your meals. But remember, iceberg lettuce is NOT a green leafy vegetable. In fact, its nutritional value is practically non-existant. Instead, choose green leaf lettuce, spinach, bok choy, kale or other dark greens.
There are also some delicious herbs and spices that we can use in our cooking that have anti-aging properties. These not only make our food taste great, but can actually be beneficial to our bodies.
We all know that garlic is good for us. It contains antioxidants. It also has a positive impact on blood sugar and cholesterol. Fresh garlic is better than garlic supplements. It can be used in many different types of foods, either raw or cooked. It is important not to overcook garlic, so throw it in near the end of the cooking cycle.
✰ Anti-aging Tip - Cook with more garlic, ginger, tumeric and cinnamon
Cinnamon helps to reduce blood sugar levels.
Dr. Nicholas Perricone
states that 1/4 to 1/2 tsp of cinnamon a day can yield a 20% drop in blood sugar. Remember that sugar increases the physical signs of aging. In addition, the scent of cinnamon can increase memory and attention. Tumeric is a spice used often in curry. Studies have shown that this spice has anticancer and antioxidant properties. Tumeric also seems to increase memory and lower cholesterol. Ginger can also be used in curries and stir-fries, as well as other dishes. It contains antiaging antioxidants and can also act as an anti-inflammatory. Fresh ginger is better than ginger powder. Fresh ginger is easily grated into your cooking.
While all fruits and vegetables contain valuable nutrition, remember that for anti-aging health choose some of the fruits and veggies listed on this page. Be on the lookout for new ways to cook some old favorites. And don't be afraid to try some new ones. You may find a new favorite.
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