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[T1118]Top Anti Aging Products

by Susanne, Sus

Visit any health food store online and you are bound to find many productsthat claim to slow the aging process. Science tells us that aging in humanbeings is a combination of physical, social and psychological changes in theorganism. Whereas certain aspects of aging is deemed positive (e.g. knowledgeand wisdom), others, especially the physical degeneration associated with theprocess, is viewed as appalling by mass media and society at large andruthlessly battled from every angle imaginable.

Naturalhealth food stores offer welcome alternatives tothe chemical formulations that, up until now, have ruled the roost in theanti-aging industry. There is a marked return to more temperate measures wherepreventative personal care is concerned and a focus on diet is a theme thatcrops up again and again. In light of this, we have taken the liberty ofcompiling a list of the top five anti-aging health foods you should have in your pantry right now. Theseinclude:

1. Avocados: A health food bar none, this tasty fruit isnormally consumed as a vegetable and is packed to the brim with monounsaturatedfats that aid in reducing the levels of ?bad? cholesterol in the body. It alsobrings a noteworthy amount of vitamin E to the table - a compound that is knownfor its role in maintaining healthy skin. As if that isn't enough, it is alsohigh in potassium that regulates fluid retention and blood pressure.

2. Ginger: This alien-looking root plant is simply delightful when used as aspice. Try grating it over a salad, steeping it as a tea or having it with yoursushi and reap myriad benefits that include a boosted digestive- andcirculatory system, lowered cholesterol and a fresher breath to boot.

3. Garlic: The ?stinking rose? of the vegetable family has been known toincrease vitality for centuries, which accounts for all the old wives? talestouting it as a talisman against evil. Plus it tastes great on just aboutanything! On a scientific level this healthfood has been found to stabilise blood pressure, platelet aggregation,serum triglyceride level, and cholesterol levels. Very impressive.

4. Nuts: Although high in calories, nuts when consumed in moderatequantities are a great source of magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc, copper andselenium. Walnuts, Brazil nuts and almonds rank highest in terms of nutrientdensity and are best enjoyed raw (unroasted and unsalted). Increasing yourintake of nuts has the potential to stabilise your cholesterol, improve thefunctioning of your immune system and aiding in the prevention of certain typesof cancer.

5. Berries: Delicious on ice cream and fantastic in smoothies, blackberries, blueberries, blackcurrants andblack grapes all share a common phytochemical known as flavonoids. A powerfulantioxidant, it helps to protect the body against free radical damage and thuslessens the effects of aging.

And there you have it ? five delicious health foods that will keep theinevitable effects of the aging process at bay. Next time you head out to your naturalhealth food store to buygroceries, remember to put these anti-aging helpers at the top of your list.

When it comes to looking and feeling younger, many women find that anti-aging vitamins are preferable. After all, they promote good health and a youthful appearance. Of course there is some debate on the effect vitamins of any kind have on aging and its physical manifestations. In truth, the whole idea of anti-aging is such a controversial one that it can be hard to know if these vitamins work. Naturally it is thereby difficult to find out what they do. So rather than relying on anyone else's information, let's take a look at the most popular ones and see for ourselves how they help.
These vitamins are more correctly known as antioxidants. Those are extremely important. You see, antioxidants provide protection against free radicals. Free radicals are the facts which ultimately cause you to age - or at least to look old. Some of them occur naturally. After all, we all get older so naturally we all look older as well. We have control over many antioxidants though. For example, do you realize that smoking, drinking, and being out in the sun can make you look older? Those are all free radicals. They can lead to dry skin, wrinkles, lines, sags, bags, and a dull, rough complexion.
Natural or not, a vitamin known as selenium has been shown to affect free radicals. It is a mineral and it is extremely beneficial. It can protect you against skin cancer, as well as other types of cancer. If you spend a lot of time in the sun, selenium and a good sun screen are necessary. Selenium can also make your skin remain firm and supple.
It can be found in a number of different things. Naturally, you can find selenium vitamins or multivitamins containing it. It is found in several different foodstuffs as well. Most notably, you can find it in eggs, whole grains, garlic, and seafood.
One of the most vital antioxidants is vitamin E. By protecting cell membranes, it keeps the enzymes in your skin from becoming damaged. It has even been suggested that vitamin E can stop free radicals in their tracks. It can actually keep them from making you look older.
Vitamin E can also be found in many foods. It can be found naturally in certain oils, grains, oats, dairy, and nuts. You can also apply it to your skin and/or take vitamins. You should always stock up on this. It can even reduce the damage caused by exposure to the sun's rays.
Last but not least, vitamin C is also very important to looking and feeling younger. A well known antioxidant, you can get it through citrus fruits and vegetables, as well as in vitamin form. It repairs free radicals, which keeps them from becoming cancerous. In addition, it can even make the whole aging process slow down.

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Susanne has sinced written about articles on various topics from Disease & illness. Susanne Milner conducts product research for health food stores online and is in the process of establishing her own health food brand.. Susanne's top article generates over 1900 views. to your Favourites.

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