Antiaging Food Facts - W
Walnuts
Walnuts combating the harmful effects that saturated
fats have on arteries; more so that olive oil. One cup
of Walnuts provide 95% of the omega-3s you need each
day for just over 160 calories. [With no risk of mercury
contamination].
Eating a meal high in saturated fats causes the walls
of the arteries to contract. [narrow and stiffen].
Adding walnuts helped arteries stay more relaxed; helping
blood to flow unrestricted. Researchers credit the alpha-linolenic
acid in the nuts with helping keep arteries flexible.
Water Melons
Watermelons stored at room temperature deliver more
cell-protecting antioxidants [lycopene and beta carotene]
than refrigerated or freshly picked melons.
Watermelon continues to ripen and build up antioxidants
after it is picked. Cold temperatures curtail this process.
Both tomatoes and watermelon help the skin to build
up a natural UV – protection. Watermelon also
have a very cleansing effect on the body, which in turn
shows in the skin.
Whey Protein
Whey protein triggers the activity of the cells in
bones which are responsible for building new bone -
the osteoblasts. The key benefits of whey protein are:
- Protects against free radical damage
- Strengthens bones - leading to increased bone density
- Improves the quality of collagen in the conjunctive
tissue and skin, and helps build new collagen
- Helps lower cholesterol levels - even better than
soya
- Helps build lean body mass - encourages fat loss
- Wrinkle prevention -may prevent or reverse the cross-linking
of collagen that creates wrinkles in the skin
- Promote recovery in cancer patients - enhances immune
functions
Whey protein is also currently being analyzed for its
ability to help protect against cancer and other tumorss.
It is already used to . At last, research demonstrates
that whey protein concentrate
Wholegrains
Wholegrain cereals are great for the inner body and
great for the skin. Eating a whole-grain cereal for
breakfast.
Reduced insulin sensitivity may be linked to pimple-producing
hormones. That's why eating a diet with a lower glycemic
load [ lean meats and fish, more low-fat dairy, more
whole grains], and fewer refined carbs may help control
acne -- it helps improve your sensitivity to insulin.
Magnesium, phenols, and other goodies in whole-grain
bread interact with the cereal fiber to help lower diabetes
risk.
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