Anti-wrinkle power: the secrets

To preserve the signs of time, skin needs vitamins and minerals very specific. Small inventory of the best anti-aging foods.

Objective to minimize the impact of free radicals

Years go by, fatigue , stress , pollution, UV, tobacco ... All these factors increase the production of free radicals, natural enemies of the skin which they accelerate aging. But the body knows how to defend. His weapons? The anti-oxidants , also called anti-free radicals, which are found in the diet as vitamins, trace elements, polyphenols ...

Fruits and vegetables

Because they are rich in vitamin C which, in addition to its antioxidant properties, is involved in collagen formation, fruits and vegetables contribute to the brightness and tone the skin. To cover your needs for vitamin C, eat at least once a day a kiwi, grapefruit, orange, 2 clementines or drink a glass of freshly squeezed citrus.

Also increase your intake of fruits and vegetables rich in carotenoids, which are another way to fight against cellular aging . They are found in large quantities in tomatoes, carrots, Brussels sprouts, broccoli or berries. Finally, think of prunes, rhubarb, lawyers and bananas are rich in potassium, another antioxidant found.

Whole Grains

Vitamin E, flavonoids, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese ... Cereals are an important source of antioxidants. But these are mainly concentrated in their envelope. It is therefore recommended to choose whole grains and prefer bulgur and brown rice pasta and white rice.

In the morning, replace refined grains and enriched with oatmeal and stick with sourdough bread, rye ... The downside, however, whole grains can irritate the intestines more sensitive.Better then not to eat it every day.

White meat and fish

Various studies have shown that wrinkles and dry skin were paired with a high consumption of red meat and sausages. Regular consumption of fish, ideally 3 times a week, seems to have a beneficial impact on the appearance of the skin. The seafood is indeed very rich in vitamin C, vitamin E and polyphenols but also trace elements such as selenium, copper, zinc and manganese. No question as to forgo meat. But opt for white meat. They are sources of cysteine, an amino acid with antioxidant properties.

Dark chocolate

True wealth of antioxidants , chocolate brings its own potassium, carotenoids but especially vitamin E, a vitamin essential to fight against aging that we are often deficient. To enjoy all these benefits without breaking your line, chew 2 squares of dark chocolate (60% cocoa minimum) per day.

Green tea

If it contains flavonoids, polyphenols, vitamins A, C and E known for their action against skin aging, it is primarily its high tannin content which makes a champion anti-aging .

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