Are there ways to help one stay young? Ancient mythology credited food as one of the keys to anti-ageing. Greek Gods consumed ambrosia, a food which conferred youthfulness.
Youthfulness comes from good health and physical attractiveness. Hence, delaying ageing also means deferring degenerative diseases and ensuring effective functioning of all body systems. Instead of anti-ageing or preventive ageing, one should aim for healthy-ageing or living longer and healthier.
The mantra for healthy-ageing is called the defensive nutrition paradigm. This stresses on making food choices that maintain a healthy level of body fat and weight, maximize support for organ systems and prevent chronic diseases. This paradigm, coupled with regular physical activity, is the 21st century ambrosia.
Have foods rich in phytonutrients, omega-3-fatty acids, monounsaturated fatty acids, fibre and probiotics. Also, legumes, lean meats, low-fat dairy and fermented foods.
Today even science has proved that an individual, by practicing certain scientific methods like kriya yoga, can arrest decay in the body.
Physicians, recommend at least 10 minutes of exercise daily, keeping busy, thinking positive and a good night’s sleep. Sleep on your back to avoid wrinkles, abandon sugar. Substitute coffee with green tea, drink eight to 10 glasses of water a day and stop smoking, some simple tips.
Can aging be slowed down? Ayurveda helps. Excessive or under-utilization of the senses of the body, unwholesome diet and lack of mental peace accelerate aging. Periodic detoxification (panchakarma), natural supplements (rasayanams) and anti-degenerative therapeutic procedures retard aging.
Apples, strawberries, grapes and raspberries have anti-aging properties. Both bell and chili peppers contain antioxidants and have much Vitamin C. Have a handful of nuts every day. Sprouts are a great source of protein and Vitamin C. The healthy bacteria in yoghurt aids immune function and its calcium content helps burn fat.
Squalene, found in olive oil, is rich in Vitamin A and C. Vitamin A weakens age spots and reduces environmental damage. Vitamin C protects skin from sun, pollution and water. With the right focus, you can feel young forever!
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