Monday, November 26, 2001

Good Health

10 super anti-ageing fruit and vegetables

1. Avocado is a super guardian of cells that also lowers and improves blood cholesterol.

2. Berries: Blueberries, strawberries, cranberries and raspberries are all loaded with antioxidants which save cells from premature ageing.

3. Broccoli: This vegetable has awesome anti-ageing powers and is a proven cancer fighter.

4. Cabbage: Crinkly Savoy cabbage is the best variety. To get the most anti-ageing benefit, eat it raw or lightly cooked.

5. Carrots help reduce the risk of strokes and heart attacks and lower cholesterol. Carrots also protect the eyes.

6. Citrus Fruits: The orange is a powerful cocktail of every natural substance known to fight cancer.

7. Grapes contain 20 known antioxidants which fight disease and ageing. Red and black grapes are better than the white variety.

8. Onions: Red onions, not white ones, are the most effective.

9. Spinach helps fight cancer, heart disease, high blood pressure, strokes and psychiatric problems.

10. Tomatoes are the richest and only reliable source of a powerful antioxidant, lycopene. Believed to be a powerful anticancer agent. Raw, cooked and tinned are all good.