Antiaging Food Facts - W
Walnuts
Walnuts combating the harmful effects that saturated
fats have on arteries; more so that olive oil.
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.
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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