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Plan to Stay Young - The Anti-Aging Diet
Author:
Raj Kumar
 It is a well known
fact that while we are young, we are allowed to eat whatever we want.
So we eat to our hearts' content. However, once we grow old and our
body starts to function less effectively than when we were young, we
have to start watching what we eat in order to stay healthy and avoid
the diseases and illnesses that often plague older people. In this
article we intend to introduce a plan to stay young - the anti-aging
diet. This diet will help give you some idea of what you should and
should not be eating in order to fight off the signs of aging and stay
young longer.The signs of aging
not only include wrinkles, which are one of the more visible signs of
aging, but also memory loss, decreased mental ability, and higher risk
of diseases such as cardiac disease
or cancer. Research has shown that there is a relationship between the
type of diet and health levels as you
age. In order to stay healthy for a longer period of your life, you
need to eat the right foods in order to provide your body with the
fuel to fight aging and its associated signs.
Certain types of food
contain a substance known as phytonutrients. These phytonutrients are
believed to hold the key to unlocking the secret of healthy aging and
longevity. Phytonutrients are antioxidants, and they help rid the body
of 'free radicals', a type of particle that is extremely damaging to
the body and plays a part in diseases such as cancer and Alzheimer's.
As we age, the body loses its natural ability to fight off free
radicals, and we must employ the use of antioxidant supplements in
order to help our body get rid of harmful free radicals so that we may
stay healthy longer.
You should plan to
add the following foods to your diet in order to increase the levels
of antioxidants in your diet as well as to fight off the signs of
aging.
You should eat fish
at least twice a week, as fish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which
is a powerful anti-inflammatory that is highly beneficial for your
health.
You should eat
roughly 5 servings of colorful fruits and vegetables each day as they
are rich in antioxidants and will are extremely helpful in the fight
against aging.
You should include 2
to 3 servings of whole grains in your diet every day as they provide a
large amount of phytonutrients and are also a good source of soluble
fiber, which helps to lower your blood
cholesterol levels.
Finally, you should
remember to drink plenty of water every day as it is absolutely
essential for hydration of your skin, muscles, and all the other cells
of your body. Without water, dehydration would set in and your body
would be unable to repair and replenish itself, and you would succumb
to the signs of aging much faster than you would if you drank
sufficient water each day.
Article Source:
http://www.articlesbase.com/anti-aging-articles/a-plan-to-stay-young-the-antiaging-diet-568419.html
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