4 Must-Have Foods for Healthy Aging!
1. FATTY FISH
Good to Know
- Watch out for fresh, cold-water ocean fish such as herring, mackerel, salmon, sardines and whitefish.
- Take care not to buy farm-raised fish. Farmed fish are generally fed a mixture of corn and soy. And that’s why they contain only less of the heart-friendly omega-3 fatty acids.
- Fresh fish is an excellent source of protein. It’s a healthier alternative source of protein than many meats.
Benefit
- Omega-3 fatty acids display especially beneficial effects on the immune system, cardiovascular system and brain health.
- Protein is a must for anyone looking to get in shape. After a workout the body needs access to the amino acids in protein in order to build healthy muscle mass.
- Strands of protein in keratin make nails strong. Without it, nails become weak and brittle.
- Healthy hair is dependant on protein intake, too. Hair is composed primarily of keratin.
2. TEA
Good to Know
- Black, green and white tea contains thousands of natural chemical compounds that help the body in nearly as many ways.
- According to latest studies black and green tea consumption is an equally good health supporting beverage.
- Tea contains potent antioxidants.
Benefit
- One such group of antioxidants found particularly in black, green and white tea has been shown to help protect nerve functions in the brain.
- Many teas also contain another group of antioxidants that help protect against heart disease and diabetes.
- Tea may help post-menopausal women retain bone mass and stave off osteoporosis.
- The caffeine in tea provides a boost of energy, of course.
3. AVOCADOS
Good to Know
- Avocados are high in fat. However, most of the fat is monounsaturated, which is the good fat capable of helping lower “bad” cholesterol while raising “good” cholesterol.
- The fat in an avocado is the same found in olive oil. The beneficial health effects of olive oil are commonly known.
Benefit
- Avocados are high in fiber, potassium, vitamin K and several other essential vitamins that contribute to healthy strong and shining hair.
- Heart disease is caused by cholesterol buildup on the walls of arteries. The fat in avocados can help reduce the amount of that bad cholesterol in the body.
4. LOW-FAT YOGURT
Good to Know
- Yogurt contains live bacteria and probiotics. They help keep your digestive tract working properly.
Benefit
- Because of aiding in digestion, healthy gut flora guards against certain diseases by aiding the immune system.
- It has been found out that low-fat yogurt can promote weight loss.
- Of course another reason to enjoy yogurt is for its high levels of bone-building calcium.
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