Aside from searching for the best beauty creams and anti-ageing treatments in the market, revitalizing the building blocks of our skin should be the first step toward looking younger. Antioxidants, then, serve as our army that protects us from different forces of disease, as well as ageing. To maximize their potential, let us know more about these lifesavers inside of our systems.
Antioxidants are full of positive effects. Research has proven that antioxidants fight free radicals, which in turn help prevent diseases such as heart disease and cancer. It keeps your memory active, soothes pain and reduces muscle soreness, reduces the risk of degenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s disease, and is also a good anti-ageing treatment, as this has the capacity to ward off wrinkles!
Our bodies naturally produce a variety of antioxidants that battle free radicals. However, it needs a back-up system of antioxidants which we get from the protective substances of the healthy food that we eat. Scientists have noted that seven nutrients found in food give the best protection against free radicals.
Start your anti-ageing treatment inside out with these tips. Take note of these fighter nutrients:
Selenium
Selenium hits two birds with one stone: it acts as an antioxidant while aiding the body in producing natural antioxidants. This also reduces the risk of death from cancer by at least 18 percent, according to research. This natural anti-ageing treatment can be found in foods such as Brazil nuts and shrimp.
Vitamin E
We have heard a lot about this vitamin. Vitamin E helps fight heart disease, increases immunity, and is also effective in cell damage that leads to skin cancer. Intake of this vitamin also reduces wrinkles, making us look younger. Find Vitamin E in nuts and seeds (hazelnuts, sunflower seeds), as well as in peanut butter.
Vitamin C
We are used to taking Vitamin C for colds, right? Well, it has been found that Vitamin C also protects DNA and is a great partner for Vitamin E. It protects blood vessels and reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke. Get the right amount of this vitamin that also serves as an anti-ageing treatment by eating fruits, spices, and vegetables: papayas, bell peppers, and broccoli.
Carotenoids
Carotenoids are antioxidants that help protect your skin and eyes from sun damage. This reduces the risk of macular degeneration, which causes blindness in many people. Carotenoids may be found in foods such as spinach, carrots, and butternut squashes.
Isothiocyanates
These cancer-fighting antioxidants reduce the risk of cancers, and like those mentioned earlier, it also doubles as a good anti-ageing treatment. Research has proven that those who ate more foods rich in isothiocyanates reduced bladder cancer risk by about 29 percent. Get your dose of isothiocyanates by eating greens such as cauliflower and broccoli (yes, broccoli contains both isothiocyanates and Vitamin C!).
Polyphenols
Polyphenols are found in the wine that we drink. Flavonoids, a type of polyphenol, have been found to reduce the risk of memory-loss problems from developing. On the other hand, polyphenoids found in cocoa has been found to hamper the growth of bacteria that may trigger gum disease. Dark chocolate, red wine, tea and coffee are great sources for polyphenols.
Coenzyme Q10
Also known as CoQ10, this cell-protecting machine has been linked to prevent migraines because it functions as a guard to our brain cells. CoQ10 also helps lower blood pressure. Find this brain-boosting anti-ageing treatment in servings of lean meat, such as beef, chicken breast, and fish.
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