Fight the test of time one meal at a time. Add years to your life in the most delicious way possible with these 8 anti-ageing superfoods!
1. Salmon
Salmon is a lean source of protein, full of healthy fats and high in omega 3, which aids brain function and hydrates the skin and hair. The fish’s pink colour is provided by axastanthin, an extremely powerful antioxidant which protects the skin from premature ageing.
2. Quinoa
Quinoa was launched into the mainstream by the gluten-free trend and has some pretty impressive health benefits. It’s a rich source of plant protein and fibre. The levels of magnesium in it ensure skin elasticity and aids cell repair with high levels of riboflavin.
3. Blueberries
The king of superfoods, brimming with vitamins and antioxidants. Blueberries help blood circulation and are high in the anti-inflammatory, potassium.
These properties are prevalent in most berries, – cranberries, strawberries, blackberries and raspberries to name a few – so if blueberries aren’t for you take your pick!
4. Turmeric
The wonder spice is a potent anti-inflammatory, with an ability to stop inflammation at the source whilst aiding the immune system with antioxidants. Considering most diseases are the result of inflammation, turmeric is an important one to include into your diet.
5. Hemp Oil
Replace your high fat, sodium-rich salad dressing with this. It’s full of good fatty acids and stalls cell damage, the perpetrator of ageing skin.
6. Red wine
Our favourite tipple is packed full of natural antioxidants which protect against heart disease. Plus, the skin of red grapes curbs the effects of ageing with its anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory compound, resveratrol – also present in blueberries, cranberries and peanuts. These foods will keep your complexion looking smooth by fighting those pesky (skin-damaging) free radicals.
7. Tomatoes
The natural sun protector, tomatoes have a high lycopene content that protects the skin from harmful UV rays. They’re also high in vitamin C to provide that collagen boost for fuller looking skin.
8. Oatmeal
Great for reducing bad cholesterol, full of antioxidants and an easy source of fibre which aids the immune system.
Anti-ageing has never been so delicious, incorporate a few into your diet and exploit the powerful nutritional benefits of these tasty superfoods!