6 Super foods For Age-Defying Beauty!
1)
Goji Berries
Goji berries, Hollywood’s hottest new food, are one of
the most nutritionally dense foods on earth and house a staggering
concentration of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, phytochemicals and
essential fatty acids. With such an awesome constitution it is not
surprising they are reputed anti-aging marvels. Originating in Tibet
and greatly favored in traditional medicine these dried berries have
many noted health benefits including boosting immunity, lowering
cholesterol, enhancing vision, fighting cancer cells, relieving
depression and aiding weight loss.
Goji berries contain 500 times more
vitamin C than oranges by weight and more beta-carotene than carrots
making them a superb source of vitamin A. Together with vitamin E and
essential fatty acids, these berries are ideal for any anti-aging and
beauty regime. They also contain polysaccharides, one of which has been
found to stimulate the secretion of the rejuvenating human growth hormone
by the pituitary gland, as well as B vitamins, 21 minerals and 18 amino
acids.
The most well documented case of longevity is that of Li Qing Yuen,
who lived to the age of 252. Born in 1678, he is said to have married 14
times with 11 generations of posterity before his death in 1930.
Li Qing Yuen reportedly consumed goji berries daily.
A study cited in
Dr. Mindell’s book ‘Goji: The Himalayan Health Secret’, observed that
67 per cent of elderly people that were given a daily dose of the berries
for 3 weeks experienced dramatic immune system enhancement and a
significant improvement in spirit and optimism.
2) Aloe Vera
Forget botox,
Aloe vera increases collagen production 100% naturally for a youthful,
wrinkle-free complexion and plump, beautiful skin. The ultimate botox
alternative!
The inner gel of the aloe vera leaf contains around 200
active compounds with over 75 nutrients. These include 20 minerals,
18 amino acids and 12 vitamins (even vitamin B12 – one of the very
few plant sources of this vitamin). Aloe vera also has anti-microbial
properties fighting fungi and bacteria and houses anti-inflammatory
plant steroids and enzymes. Aloe vera is known to aid digestion and
elimination, boost the immune system, and be highly effective at
healing, moisturizing and rejuvenating the skin, naturally stimulating
the production of collagen.
Aloe vera is best eaten fresh when possible
(you can order large aloe vera leaves which last a few weeks refrigerated).
Scrape out the inside gel, avoiding the outside of the leaf which is
a strong laxative, and blend with fruit for the ultimate
beautifying smoothie. Aloe vera has a mild flavor though a
slight bitter edge, hence is best combined with fruit.
3) Avocados are smoothing and softening for the skin and easily absorbed;
compared with almond, corn, olive, and soybean oils, avocado oil has the
highest skin penetration rate.
Avocado also contains vitamin E (excellent for the skin),
antioxidant carotenoids and the master antioxidant glutathione that
is exceptionally powerful and has anti-carcinogenic potential.
High levels of glutathione are found in the liver where the elimination
of toxic materials takes place.
Glutathione is effective against
pollutants such as cigarette smoke and exhaust fumes as well as
ultra-violet radiation. Research is currently exploring the potential
benefits of glutathione for numerous conditions including cancer,
heart disease, memory loss, arthritis, Parkinson’s disease, eczema,
liver disorders, heavy metal poisoning and AIDS.
4) Chlorella
The
nucleic acids RNA and DNA in Chlorella (one of the highest known
sources of such) direct cellular growth and repair and enable our
bodies to utilize nutrients more effectively, eliminate toxins and
avoid disease. The production of nucleic acids in the body declines
progressively as we age, which is no doubt why their intake is
recommended by Dr. Benjamin Frank in ‘The No-Aging Diet’.
Paul Pitchford in ‘Healing With Whole Foods’ writes that
‘insufficient nucleic acid causes premature aging as well
as weakened immunity’, Research at the Medical College of
Kanazawa in Japan found that mice that were fed chlorella had a
30 per cent increase in life span. Replenishing RNA and DNA can
be key to overall health, immunity and longevity.
In addition to
nucleic acids, chlorella is jam-packed with vitamins, minerals,
antioxidants, enzymes and amino acids, making it an incredibly
rejuvenating and health-promoting superfood. Spirulina is a
virtuous equivalent.
5) Bee pollen
When it comes to young and
beautiful skin, bee pollen has outstanding gifts. Swedish dermatologist
Dr. Lars-Erik Essen uses bee pollen to successfully treat acne and
other skin conditions and observes it’s beautifying and
anti-aging effects. He reports that bee pollen ‘seems to prevent
premature aging of the cells and stimulates growth of new skin tissue.
It offers effective protection against dehydration and injects new life
into dry cells. It smoothes away wrinkles and stimulates a life-giving
blood supply to all skin cells.’ He believes it’s skin rejuvenation
properties are due to its high concentration of nucleic acids RNA and
DNA, as well as its natural antibiotic action. Bee pollen has a host
of other health-promoting benefits that include fighting infections,
lowering cholesterol, strengthening the blood, Boosting the immune system,
increasing physical strength and stamina, aiding longevity and
enhancing libido! It has been called a ‘prefect food’ because it
is so nutritionally complete.
6) Coconut oil
Coconut oil speeds up
your metabolism and can actually help you lose weight. It is also
incredibly beautifying and moisturizing for the skin and has antioxidant
properties which protect against free-radical damage, keeping the skin
youthful and healthy. Taken internally or externally coconut oil is a
great ally for any beauty skin care regime. It also contains lauric acid,
an anti-microbial fatty acid that kills bacteria, viruses and fungi.
Copyright 2006 Sylvia Riley
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