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Vitamin C
This amazing vitamin supports the synthesis of collagen, the structural protein in our tissues that makes up 75 to 80 percent of skin. Collagen assist in breaking down the wrinkles that appear on our skin as we get older.
If you are able to increase your intake of Vitamin C, you will be able to reduce the wrinkles.
Some of the great sources of Vitamin C are from cabbage and potatoes as well as citrus fruits and pomegranate. There has been some research that supports the case that if you indulge in 7 - 9 servings per day, this will greatly reduce the wrinkle impact.
Rainbow Of Life
Antioxidants prevent the formation of free radicals. These free radicals are unstable particles produced in the body that can damage our cells and lead to a whole host of health problems. If we deny our bodies antioxidants we can induce these free radicals to take over the body, and illness can occur.
If you want to increase your antioxidant levels - just taste the rainbow.
Bright colourful fruits and vegetables such as blueberries, raspberries, and citrus fruits are chocked full of them. You can also look to orange carrots and sweet potato's as these have high levels of beta-carotene which is proven to promote healthy skin, eyes and cardio health. Another valuable source is Ruby Red Tomatoes, these little gems have lots of lycopene, a compound that protects the arteries.
Got Milk…? Got Something Better!
Bone loss and structure becomes a great concern as we get older, it is important for our bodies to maintain it's natural levels so that we can maintain our strength.
Calcium is a great source of bone health, and contrary to popular demand milk is not the answer. A Harvard Nurses study proved that milk leeches calcium from the bones and induces bone loss!
To ensure we get all the calcium we need look no further than Kale, which has more calcium than milk. Not only this, but Kale actually is full of Vitamin D which helps our bodies to absorb calcium.
Svelte
Maintaining your figure at 60 can be a little harder than at 16. A major part in this is that your metabolism slows down, and you are not able to process foods as well. It is essential that we pick foods that are high in nutrients, but low in calories. Working in junction with this is to increases your fibre intake. Fibre is great, as it keeps you fuller for longer. A great source of fibre is in whole foods like fruit and vegetables as well as legumes and grains.
Fats Are Not All Bad
Let us be clear here, fats from animal products are detrimental to our health. That has been proven over and over again. The Vegan Era CREW are certainly not re-writing any history books by printing this. However plant based fats offer a great deal of benefits.
Walnuts are loaded with alpha-linoleic acid, and omega 3 fatty acid that keeps your heart and brain functioning. Avocados contain oleic acid, which works to improve cholesterol levels. This good-fat-filled fruit also has potassium and folate which lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke. |
