J. D. Heyes – As we age and begin to feel our own mortality, many of us secretly fantasize about a “fountain of youth” that we can drink from, and which will turn back the clock on Father Time. But so far, no such fountain has been found, at least, not that anyone is talking about.
So we do other things in an attempt to look and feel younger. We buy fancy skin creams, most of which are just garbage in a jar. We spend more time at the gym or following fitness regimens at home – and of course, there is nothing wrong with trying to stay fit. But we can also diminish the effects of aging by eating the right foods, and the good news is, to get healthier looking skin we don’t have to buy anything expensive or exotic to add to our diets.
Let’s take a peek at some of those foods below:
Berries, berries and more berries: What kind of berries are best for you? Really, you can take your pick. Berries are loaded with antioxidants that help your skin battle against the free radicals that make it age, as well as other molecules that can damage skin cells (remember, your skin is the largest organ in your body). Also, berries help cleanse your blood and thereby increase your immunity, which is also important in having healthy looking skin.
In fact, as Natural News has reported, research indicates that the antioxidant qualities of berries help reduce wrinkles, via phytochemicals.
It’s wise to consult a holistic physician, chiropractor, orthomolecular (mega-dose supplements instead of pharmaceuticals) practitioner, naturopath or other holistic practitioner who is conversant with nutritional health if you’re feeling “blah,” not with it or in poor health.But in lieu of those resources, there are some telltale guidelines that may help you determine which areas you need to supplement more. Of course, one needs to stay away from the standard American diet of processed and fast foods and instead eat locally grown, chemical-free organic food as much as possible.