Connection between nutrition and youthfulness
Nutrition is one of the most important factors that influence our aging process, both internally and externally. It deals with aging at cellular level which shows it effect on your outside appearance which is known as beauty and youthfulness. So, it is not only good for your appearance but also your insides.
“A radiant and healthy outside starts from the inside ”
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Here are few nutritional tips that helps you stay young
1 Hydration:
Major portion of cells are made up of and it shows that how much importance water holds. Its vitality is explained from examples below
- 90% of brain cells are made up of water. It assists all reaction occurring in brain causing it to function properly and Enhances brain performance.
you can achieve improved concentration, stability of your emotions, enhance your cognitive thinking and fight anxiety just by drinking few more glasses of water everyday
- Water helps you attain digestive harmony and covers the solution to many digestive problems.
- Drinking more water protects you from many chronic diseases and helps you achieve healthy aging and to stay young for long time.
- Reduced water intake means increased serum sodium which causes hypertension or high blood pressure increasing rate of aging.
2 Anti-Oxidant Rich Diet:
Most importance part of anti-aging diet are anti-oxidants because major cause of aging are oxidants and free radicals resulting into inflammation, chronic diseases, wrinkles, sagging skin, and other signs of aging.
Some of the most powerful antioxidants are vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene, flavonoids, polyphenols, and carotenoids.
Some sources are
- Fruits
- Vegetables
- Nuts
- Seeds spices
- Herbs
3 Role of protein:
As we age, we tend to lose muscle mass and bone density, collagen synthesis, elasticity in our skin and muscles. This can lead to muscle loss, osteoporosis (bone loss), frailty, weakness, and increased risk of falls and fractures.
- Role of protein in maintaining our body structure:
It can help us prevent or reverse these effects by stimulating muscle growth and repair, increasing bone strength and density, and improving our metabolism and energy levels.
- role of protein in maintaining our appearance:
It can also help us maintain or improve our skin health and appearance.
Protein helps in collagen synthesis which is the most abundant protein in our body giving our skin its structure, elasticity, and firmness.
As we age, collagen production declines and our skin becomes thinner, drier, and more prone to wrinkles and sagging so to prevent that consume more protein to keep you radiant and youthful.
- Sources of protein:
Some of the best animal sources of protein are eggs, fish, poultry, lean meat, dairy products.
Some plant sources are legumes (beans), nuts (almonds), seeds (chia), soy products (tofu), quinoa (grain), and spirulina (algae)
4 Role of healthy fats:
Fats are another important nutrient that affects our youthfulness. Fats provide
- Energy
- Cushion our organs (heart)
- Insulate our body (temperature)
- Help us absorb fat-soluble vitamins (A,D,E,K)
- Brain health (memory)
- Mood (happiness)
- Hormone balance (estrogen)
- Inflammation (pain) regulation
Healthy fats:
Not all fats are created equal. Some fats are beneficial for our health and youthfulness,
The type and amount of fat we consume can make a big difference in how we age.
Healthy fats are those that are unsaturated or contain omega-3 fatty acids.
Diseases prevent by fats:
These fats can
- Lower our cholesterol levels (LDL)
- Blood pressure (hypertension)
- Triglycerides (unhealthy fat)
- Inflammation (arthritis)
- Risk of heart disease (stroke)
- Diabetes
Sources of healthy fats
Some of the best sources of healthy fats
- Olive oil
- Avocado
- Nuts
- Seeds
- Fish
- Flaxseeds
- Chia seeds
- Walnuts
- Algae oil
Conclusion:
Nutrition is a key factor that influences our youthfulness. By eating a balanced diet that is rich in antioxidants, protein, and healthy fats, we can slow down the aging process and enhance our health and appearance.
A *healthy lifestyle* that also includes regular exercise, adequate sleep, stress management, and hydration can further boost our youthfulness and well-being.
