HEALTH TIPS: ANTIOXIDANTS

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 These free-radical fighting antioxidants help you look and feel younger by slowing down the aging process, help prevent cancer, heart disease and other degenerative diseases. Not only that, they speed up recovery from exercise…. That means more muscle and less fat on your body in the long run.

·         BLACKBERRIES: one cup of blackberries contains the most antioxidants of all the berries tested; beating out blueberries, 1 cupful provides ½ your daily recommended intake of vitamin C.

·         WALNUTS:  Just an ounce of walnuts, or 15-20 halves, is loaded with antioxidants. They’re free of cholesterol and low in sodium and sugar. Nuts are laden with calories, though, so be mindful of your intake.

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·         STRAWBERRIES: Bursting with fiber & vitamin C (149% of your daily recommended intake), a cup of sliced strawberries is a cup full of healthy benefits.

·         ARTICHOKE: One artichoke contains approximately 1/4^th of an average sized adult’s fiber needs. It’s rich in vitamin C, potassium, folic acid & very low in calories.

·         COFFEE: Now only does coffee help keeps us alert, it reduces the risk of diabetes and parkinson’s disease and also stimulates enzymes that protect against colon cancer.

·         CRANBERRIES: One cup of whole cranberries is full of disease -  fighting and health – boosting antioxidants.

·         RASBERRIES: Another super-healthy berry to add to your diet. One cup of raspberries is loaded with vitamin C.( 54percent of your daily recommended intake) and antioxidants.

·         Pecans: one ounce, or 20 jumbo kernels, of pecans is rich in antioxidants. They increase metabolic rates, enhance safety and play a role in protecting the nervous system.

·         Ground cloves: just a teaspoon of ground cloves can do wonders for your body, spice up your meals and boost your health at the same time.

·         Blue berries: this super food is good for your health and can help protect your skin from premature aging. Blue berries reduce the risk of urinary tract infection, and improve eye vision.

·         Peaches: peaches are rich in beta-carotene, vitamins A&C fiber and minerals like, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, calcium, potassium, magnesium and phosphorus.

·         Broccoli: Broccoli contains in dole 3-carbinol that reduces the risk of breast cancer and other estrogen sensitive cancers, like cancer of the ovaries & cervix. It contains other protective constituent like beta-carotene, , which can help prevent heart diseases.

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