10 BEST FOODS FOR LONGEVITY
Cynthia Ehirim??
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Nutrition is the most important part of slowing down the aging process and aging gracefully. Maximizing health and energy by eating right and exercising is the link to staying younger and healthier. To live longer and be healthier, we have to fuel our bodies with nutrient-dense foods.??Natural plant foods can restore our health and vitality.
let me share with you the best 10 foods that will help?YOU?live healthier and longer too.
Tomatoes are a great source of health promoting vitamins A and C. They also contain a powerful antioxidant called lycopene, which may improve heart health and protect against a number of cancers and prostrates. Tomatoes eaters function better mentally in old age than non-eaters. Concentrated tomatoes sauces have 5 times more lycopene than fresh tomatoes, and canned tomatoes have 3 times more than fresh tomatoes.
2. Green Salad
Leafy vegetables like lettuce, spinach, and other greens are an important part of a healthful diet because they can be year-round sources of vitamin A, vitamin C, and other nutrients. Red and dark green leafy vegetables are generally higher in antioxidants which help fight cancer, heart diseases and mental disorder, Vitamin B6, and other nutrients than lighter colored greens.
3. Bananas
Consuming fibers such as bananas is a great longevity booster for men and women. Eating bananas regularly can also be helpful in keeping blood pressure under control, reducing risks of asthma and diarrhea, and boosting memory and mood.
4. Nuts
Of course, eating nuts every day can help you live longer; a handful of nuts a day keeps the doctor away—and might help you live longer. Reports of Dr. Frank Hu, Professor of Nutrition and Epidemiology at the Harvard School of Public Health?in the tomorrow's New England Journal of Medicine , showed that daily nut-eaters were less likely to die of cancer, heart disease, and respiratory disease. Overall, the daily nut-eaters were 20% less likely to have died during the course of the study than those who avoided nuts. (Peanuts, which are actually legumes, counted as nuts in this study). Tiger nuts are the best examples.
5. Beans
The daily consumption of beans and other legumes helps stabilize blood sugar, reduce your appetite and protect against colon cancer. The most nutrient-dense starch source, beans act as an anti-diabetes and weight-loss food because they are digested slowly, which blunts the rise in blood glucose after a meal and helps prevent food cravings by promoting satiety. Red beans, black beans, chickpeas, lentils, split peas – they are all good, so sample them all and decide on your own favorites.
6. Mushroom
Mushroom contains unusually high amounts of two antioxidants that scientists suggest could help fight aging and bolster health. More studies on different types of mushrooms has shown they contain anti-inflammatory effects, enhanced immune cell activity, prevention of DNA damage, slowed cancer cell growth and angiogenesis inhibition. Mushrooms should always be cooked; raw mushrooms contain a potentially carcinogenic substance called agaritine that is significantly reduced by cooking.
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7. Garlic & Onions
Garlic is packed with antioxidants known to help fend off cancer and all-over aging. It is best to crush garlic for about 10 minutes before cooking to preserve disease-fighting agents. Onions on the other hand contain high concentrations of health-promoting flavonoid antioxidants, which have anti-inflammatory effects that may contribute to cancer prevention and promote healthy living.
8. Whole Grain
The more whole grain you eat, the lower your odd of mortality drops by 15%. This is because whole grain contains antioxidants agent which help to stabilize blood sugar and insulin which promotes longevity. Oatmeal are an excellent example.
9. Tea
Green or black tea has equal antioxidants benefit. One cup a day can cut heart disease risk in half.
10. Berries
Daily intake of blueberries delay aging and promote longevity. They can block brain changes leading to decline and even reverse failing memory.
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The mind cannot fully function without the regular exercising of the body. Exercise is another best food for the body to stay in health.
You wouldn’t mind me to say that taking good amount of water can do the magic for you. Water keeps your body hydrated and refreshed and helps maintain your skin's elasticity. People who drink large amounts of water are less likely to suffer fro scars,wrinkles, and soft lines.
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Founder at Eureka Magazine, CEO at Suzmedia Publishing, Human Capital Development
2 年I love all especially tomatoes, garlic, and tea.
Facility coordinator at Shell Petroleum Development Company Nigeria Limited
2 年Interesting, thanks