Raw Tomatoes For Healthy Aging
Raw tomatoes are rich in vitamin C and in lycopene, which because of its antioxidants protect the body from cancer and cardio vascular disease.
Eaten regularly and over a long period of time, tomatoes reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. This includes tomato-based foods such as ketchup.
Tomatoes also contain fiber and vitamins E and B, and minerals such as potassium, which help to lower blood pressure. Low in calories, the tomato is a good a source of weight control.
Next time you are at the grocery store pick up some tomatoes for healthy aging.
Grandma Nature
Geraniums For Healthy Aging
Geraniums are soon to be planted in many of the window boxes of mountain chalets in the Swiss Alps. They are beautiful and full of color. Did you know that they are also beneficial for healthy aging?
Geraniums known also as pelargoniums, produce oil, which is a natural antiseptic to be used for cuts and bruises. Geranium oil also improves circulation and can reduce blood pressure.
In former times geraniums were used for treating sore throats and sinus conditions.
When you age with age esteem you know that it is beneficial to pamper yourself. When adding the geranium flower and petals to a bath, the scent of the steam enhances a feeling of well-being and reduces stress.
Grandma Nature
Eliminating Toxins For Healthy Aging
One of the main health problems today is having too many toxins in the body from the foods we eat and all the pesticides used in their cultivation. But Mother Nature has her cure. – There are many fruits and vegetables, which if eaten regularly, can eliminate these toxins and help keep you healthy as you age.
Vegetables:
- The artichoke, a diuretic that also stimulates bile, enables the evacuation of toxins.
- Parsley is a diuretic in stimulating the kidneys.
- Asparagus, a diuretic that eliminates toxins from the body and has fibers, which aid in good functioning of the intestines.
- Leeks and onions, which are rich in fiber, purify the intestines.
- Watercress increases the enzymes to disintoxicate and boosts the regeneration of red blood cells.
- Cabbage in all its forms and colors is a wonderful detox vegetable because it stimulates the liver.
Fruits:
- Kiwi eliminates toxins accumulated from alcohol.
- Melon is highly diuretic and cleanses the intestines.
- Rhubarb favors the circulation of water and cleanses the tissues.
- The apple because of its particular fiber, pectin, favors the elimination of toxic metals in the body.
- Strawberries are good for draining the liver.
- Lemon cleanses the digestive system and stimulates the kidneys to eliminate toxins.
Next time you are shopping, choose these fruits and vegetables so that Mother Nature can help you eliminate toxins from your body for healthy aging.
Grandma Nature
Magnesium For Healthy Aging
Magnesium is such a necessary mineral for the body. Lack of it is associated with muscular cramps, but it is also important for the body for strong bones, teeth, muscles and tissues. The problem is that it is difficult to keep in the body-especially because of perspiration, but also because of lack of proper food, dieting, medication, stress, nervous tension, etc.
When there is not enough magnesium in the body, fatigue, cramps, and nervousness manifest themselves. Best sources are in certain foods with the highest being in cacao, almonds, cashews and soybeans.
Some mineral waters are high in magnesium. For example the mineral water Eptinger in Switzerland is very high in magnesium. I believe it is the one with the highest quantity. Do remember though, it is important not to drink the same mineral water all of the time. You want to alternate them.
Grandma Nature
Kale For Healthy Aging
Kale is the wonder vegetable for healthy aging. It seems to have everything for good health.
Kale is very high in iron, which is necessary for healthy blood, and in preventing anemia. Vitamins A, C and K are contained in it as well, with vitamin K being associated with reduced cancer risks. Too much of it, however, can cause blood clotting.
To help detox the digestive system sulfur is used in alternative medicine. Kale has a good quantity of sulfur.
Kale is a very valuable substitute when other fruits and vegetables are not in season. It can be prepared in various ways: steamed, stir-fried, baked and in soups.
Grandma Nature
Sea Salt For Healthy Aging
Feeling good and being healthy are important factors to enhance your age esteem. Sea salt can benefit both.
Sea salt makes the skin look cleaner and softer. Seawater increases moisture retention in the skin and purifies it. It is very therapeutic in treating eczema, psoriasis and acne. It disinfects sores and wounds.
To alleviate aching muscles and joints, take a hot seawater bath. Bath salts are easily found in many shops or simply buy the coarse sea salt for cooking at the grocery store.
Grandma Nature
Chilli Peppers For Healthy Aging
Chilli peppers. These small peppers bring a very hot taste to various cuisines. They are known to dilate the blood vessels, but in addition are antioxidants and antiseptics.
Be careful when touching them not to rub the eyes as they will give a burning sensation.
To combat the fiery sensation when you eat chilli peppers do not drink water. Instead drink a glass of cold milk or eat some yogurt to calm the hot taste.
Grandma Nature
Vinegar For Healthy Aging
Vinegar is another of nature’s miracles. Its attributes: because of its calcium content, reduces bone damage, lowers blood pressure, lowers cholesterol, soothes insect bites such as wasps and even improves the quality of hair.
Grandma Nature
Drinking Wine For Healthy Aging
Recent studies from various countries have found that drinking wine with meals helps to prevent cardio-vascular diseases and grant a longer life. A couple of glasses of red or white wine is effective, and this is valid for women as well as men.
Tea after a meal with wine is found to be more preventative than coffee.
The studies also showed that along with drinking wine you should do some exercise, but in any case, the wine improved good heart health.
Grandma Nature
Mushrooms For Healthy Aging
Mushrooms have been known to prolong longevity in many cultures. However, not all mushrooms are edible. Some are poisonous, so be very sure when picking them during a forest walk. However, there are many that are very nutritious.
Mushrooms are loaded with antioxidants, which control the free radicals in the body that promote aging. They contain vitamin B which makes red blood cells, lower cholesterol, and some mushrooms are believed to aid the immune system.
Add to this the exercise and fresh air that you enjoy while hunting the mushrooms and you have another reason to believe that mushrooms are a boost to your health as you age.
Grandma Nature
