We know that what we eat has a huge impact on our health. Most of us do our best to choose nutritious foods for our meals. Consuming plenty of vegetables and keeping processed meat and refined sugar to a minimum is a good start for healthy aging. Some of the foods we choose can protect the body "like armor," helping it age better. Foods that extend life are not limited to just fruits and vegetables; here are five of them.
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| Doctor recommended foods against aging |
BLUEBERRIES
The small purple fruit is full of vitamins and antioxidants that protect the body like armor from infection. It's also a delicious and low-calorie snack.
According to researchers, blueberries have a strong anti-aging effect because they are rich in antioxidants.
These help keep cells healthy and prevent damage, while also supporting DNA repair.
Due to their vitamin C content, fruits also reduce muscle damage and pain and support eye health with collagen production.
TOMATOES
When it comes to your skin, an unexpected food may help slow the signs of aging, according to nutritionist Amanda Ursell.
Eating tomatoes protects our skin from aging "from the inside out" and helps fight wrinkles.
In addition to tomatoes, vegetables such as spinach, red pepper, carrots and cabbage are also full of antioxidant pigments.
HAZELNUT
A handful of hazelnuts may be the go-to snack for people living in the Blue Zones, five regions around the world where people regularly live to be 100 years old.
Nutritionist Sophie Trotman says nuts are a big deal when it comes to anti-aging.
Nuts such as almonds and walnuts are rich in vitamin E, protein and omega-3 fatty acids, and contain minerals such as zinc, which helps regenerate the skin.
HEALTHY OILS
Oily fish like salmon and sardines are full of important omega 3 fats that help control blood pressure and overall heart health.
These oils also keep your skin looking good by protecting the natural oil barrier, moisturizing the skin and reducing the appearance of fine lines.
Another source of healthy fats is olive and rapeseed oil, which may help heart health.
