Precisely because we live in a culture that regards being young as a value in itself, it makes sense and is helpful to look at how we define being young. Perhaps “age” and “youth” are more a matter of attitude than years and ages suggest. So, to allow our bodies to have the vitality that matches our “inner age,” we bring you 12 of the best rejuvenating foods!
Forever Young: The 12 Best Rejuvenating Foods!
Cocoa
Cocoa, especially in raw form as a bean or gently processed into dark chocolate, contains many secondary plant substances, so-called flavonoids. These are like a fountain of youth for our cells and have an anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and cancer-preventing effect!
Papayas
Papayas hold the lowest calorie record among fruit varieties: 100 grams contain just 13 calories. Potassium and the protein-splitting enzyme papain help you lose weight and stimulate digestion. Papayas are draining and, due to their low fruit acid content, are also particularly gentle on the stomach. In addition, the exotic fruit provides plenty of antioxidants that help to ward off free radical damage and counteract the formation of wrinkles.
Carrots
Carrots get their color from an antioxidant called beta-carotene, which when combined with fat converts to vitamin A. This in turn promotes the elasticity of the skin and gives it a youthful appearance. Our tip: Always eat carrots in combination with a cold-pressed oil so that they can develop their full effect.
Nuts
Due to their high protein and healthy fat content, nuts are the ideal food to keep your skin and brain fit and young!
Green or White Tea
Green or white tea is also a true miracle cure for the skin. Both varieties contain a very high level of antioxidants, which plays a huge role in curbing free radicals!
Grapes
Due to their high resveratrol content, grapes are considered the anti-aging agent par excellence. Resveratrol is one of the polyphenols and can protect against UV radiation and thus helps to keep the skin vital and healthy. But our immune system and our general health are also strengthened by the consumption of grapes.
Leafy Green Vegetables
Green leafy vegetables are extremely high in calcium and have a rejuvenating and revitalizing effect on our bodies. Studies have even shown that regular consumption of green leafy vegetables significantly improves our brain performance!
Millet
Millet is not only a wonderful, gluten-free alternative to other grains, but it also keeps us young and healthy thanks to its many minerals and trace elements!
Pomegranate
Pomegranate has always been a symbol of eternal youth. And rightly so! Because it also contains many antioxidants as well as vitamins and minerals. It is also said to have aphrodisiac properties. In any case, it has health-promoting properties that have been proven to slow down the aging process.
Broccoli
Broccoli is full of vitamins and minerals, such as magnesium, which is essential for the optimal functioning of all processes in the body. The consumption of broccoli increases our vitality, supports the body in dehydration and strengthens our immune system due to the high vitamin C content!
Berry
Another source of rejuvenating antioxidants are berries of all kinds! Berries help keep the brain efficient, the skin elastic and the heart fit!
Olive Oil
It has been cultivated in the Mediterranean region for centuries and has recently been praised more and more globally as a miracle cure – olive oil. It protects the cells from diseases and premature aging, provides us with important fatty acids and is extremely health-promoting!
