Top 5 anti-aging foods

Nov 30, 2011 at 19:53


By MensXP.com
We all dread the day when we would come across the first wrinkle on our face. Growing old is an inevitable fact that we'll have to accept one day or the other.

However, instead of simply sitting and waiting for the wrinkles to come, we can indulge ourselves in some fantastic foods that help slow down the aging process. Here are the top 5 anti-aging foods that you should start gorging on.

5. Avocado
Avocado contains a significant amount mono-saturated fat, which helps reduce bad cholestrol, and Vitamin E which aid in the prolonging of the aging of the skin. It is also a great source of potassium which is known to prevent high blood pressure and fluid retention.

4. Salmon
For people who don't enjoy eating vegetables, salmon is the perfect choice owing to the great quality protein it contains. It is also rich in omega-3 fatty acids which make the skin healthy. For optimum results, it is advised to include salmon into your diet at least thrice a week.

3. Broccoli
Broccoli belongs to the family of cruciferous vegetables which are famous for assisting the body in fighting against toxins. Broccoli also contains quercetin and isothiocyanates which are known antioxidants. Reportedly, broccoli sprouts contain more isothiocyanates than the vegetable itself.

2. Berries
Berries, especially blue and black ones great sources of flavonoids which are known to be powerful antioxidants. These antioxidants protect the body against aging as well as free radicals. Berries also help prevent the toxin build up in the body, hence fighting the aging process.

1. Watermelon
Watermelon is known as one of the best anti-aging foods. Containing nutrients like selenium, Vitamins A, B, C and E, essential fats and zinc, it is the most effective food against radical damage and aging. Also both its flesh and seeds are equally nutritious.