“Some of the eatables rich in antioxidants include dark chocolate, pomegranate, pumpkin seeds, cilantro, blueberries, nuts, kidney beans, cranberries, goji berries, and tomatoes.” Say experts from Hindustan Times
We must have a lot of vibrant foods and drinks, which are loaded with healthy fats, antioxidants, and water (along with Fulvic acid), with much-needed essential nutrients as well. Our skin would appreciate it, and the signs of aging would be slowed down too. There is only so much that lotions and potions can do for our skin. We need to eat right so that our skin doesn’t take a beating. So here are antioxidant-rich foods that would help beat the signs of aging and slow it down. Please read on and learn more.
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Red bell pepper
Red bell peppers have a lot of antioxidants in them, and they are known to be the best superpowers to beat the signs of aging too. They have a lot of Vitamin C as well. This helps with collagen production since there are plenty of carotenoids in red bell peppers, say experts. Carotenoids help with anti-inflammation and protect the skin from the harmful UV rays of the sun and the environment at large.
Papaya
Papaya is a superfood, which is rich in minerals, antioxidants, and vitamins. This together helps with skin elasticity and also with the bringing down of wrinkles and fine lines. There are also vitamins (A, C, K, and E) in papaya, along with minerals such as calcium and phosphorus in it. All of the antioxidants and vitamins help fight free radical damage and delay the aging process too.
Blueberries
Blueberries have a lot of vitamins (A and C) in them, and they are known to have anthocyanin, which is an age-defying antioxidant too. The antioxidant is powerful and helps the skin stay protected from the harmful UV rays of the sun, stress, and from pollution as well. The fruit is also anti-inflammatory and helps with collagen production as well.
Dark chocolate
For those of you who love desserts, dark chocolate should be on your menu to fight to age. Dark chocolate, as experts say helps with the increased blood flow in the skin. Circulation is also increased and so is the moisture in the skin. This helps bring down the formation of wrinkles and pigmentation too. Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants and is anti-inflammatory as well.
Experts from DeccanChronical.com say “In the study, researchers from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine show that the epicatechin, a flavanol found in foods such as dark chocolate, reduced damaging oxidative stress and neuroinflammation in a mouse model of aging.”
Avocados
There are plenty of healthy fats in avocados, which can help with skin health. Severe facial skin aging is found to be slowed down to a large extent when one consumes monounsaturated fats, those that are found in avocados. Avocados also have zeaxanthin and lutein in them, which help not only the health of the eyes but bring down macular degeneration as well.
Mushrooms
Mushrooms are known to be rich in antioxidants and vitamin D, and it is important to have them so that the bones stay strong in our bodies, and the immune system stays fine as well, say medical experts. You can have them stir-fried or in meats or add them to your salads. Anyway is just fine, but you should have mushrooms daily.
Lemons
Start off your morning with lemon water which is warm, and helps cleanse the internal system. They have a lot of antioxidants and Vitamin C in them, which helps with the health of your skin. Studies show that when you consume enough Vitamin C, you have fewer wrinkles and skin dryness to deal with- hence it is one of the best anti-aging foods to have.
According to Insider.com “Vitamin C stimulates collagen production and it helps to reduce signs of aging,” board-certified dermatologist Dr. Debra Jaliman told INSIDER. This ingredient improves the skin’s texture, firmness, and may help prevent fine lines, Dr. Jaliman said. “
Nuts
Irrespective of the nut you choose to have- macadamia, Brazilian, or cashew, you would be munching on anti-aging heroes for sure. They not only help you get good cholesterol. And anti-inflammation, but also help with slowing down signs of aging, say medical experts. You should have one or two ounces every day since they have a lot of micronutrients and fiber, protein, and antioxidants in them. Have them as a snack – a power snack or mix them with salads- you could never go wrong with a handful of nuts.
So here were the many foods that you should have to slow down aging. Do write in and tell us what you feel about the same! We would be glad to hear from you!
