If you are getting cosmetic injections, carboxytherapy or dermal fillers
to improve your looks, you should keep in mind that aside from the treatments
that you may be getting to look youthful, it is also important to eat the foods
that support healing, cell regeneration, collagen production and tissue
connectivity.
Here is a look at a Top 5 Affordable and Accessible superfoods that can
keep you looking young.
1. Green Tea
Green tea is one of the most powerful anti-aging foods known to man.
Green tea contains the phytonutrients myricetin, epigallocatechin gallate
(EGCG), and quercetin. They are the phytonutrients that work together in order
to help your body burn fat by increasing its metabolism. These nutrients can
also fight against the development of tumours and cancers.
The only thing to be careful about when drinking green tea is that it
can prevent iron from being absorbed into your bloodstream. The best way to
prevent this odd side-effect and ensure you are getting all the nutrients you
need from you food is to drink green tea between meals as a pick-me-up or add a
little lemon to it.
2. Kale
Kale, and other leafy greens like Swiss chard are chock full of
antioxidants including the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin. This antioxidant
combination decreases the risk of macular-related vision degeneration and
protects them from sun-induced damage.
Kale also promotes youthfulness by improving your cardiovascular health,
boosting your immune system, fight cancer through hormone moderation,
regulating blood sugar levels, and aiding in digestion.
Slightly steaming kale or braising makes it easier for the body to
assimilate the healing carotenoids.
3. Blueberries
Blueberries contain a significant amount of vitamin K, manganese,
vitamin C, and fibre. They also have omega-3 fatty acids. They can help your
eyes and can heal ulcers. The antioxidants found in blueberries not only combat
aging and stress factors in the body, but also reduce the risk of degenerative
diseases and cancers.
One cup of blueberries has only 85 calories, and less than one gram of
good fat. The fibre they contain improves bowel function and helps eliminate
bowel residue. The phytochemicals they contain aid in weight loss and reduce
inflammation.
Blueberries can be eaten raw, blended into smoothies, sprinkled on
oatmeal or baked into muffins.
4. Tomatoes
Lycopene, the pigment that makes tomatoes red, reduces their risk for
cardiovascular disease, cancer and blindness. Lycopene is best absorbed through
tomatoes that are cooked so it is a good idea to eat them stewed or as a
sauce.
Salsa is also a profoundly anti-aging food because the red peppers also
add substantial amounts of disease-fighting Vitamin C to the mix of tomatoes.
Onions and garlics add selenium, zinc and other important minerals to the food
as well.
5. Squash
Bright orange squash is loaded with beta-carotene, which in turn
converts to vitamin A in the body. This reduces the risks of cancers,
cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis.
The lutein and lycopene found in produce also help protect the skin from
sun damage and reduce wrinkling.
Squash is easily baked in the oven. It can be mashed up like a potato
and served cold and cubed in a salad.
These foods are not exotic and can be found in any supermarket. Try to
buy organic to optimize your nutritional gains and anti-aging benefits.
For more information or to book a consultation about anti-aging, diet
and weight loss programs or any health issue you may be experiencing, visit the
Pinewood Natural Health Clinic website that has a list of full services and
products at www.pinewood.ca or call
our Toronto Office at (416)-656- 8100. We also have an
office in Pickering, Ontario at (905)-427-0057. You can also email us at info@pinewoodhealth.ca and we
would be happy to answer any question that you have about our holistic health
services.
