Anti-Ageing Foods

Nutrition is so important, to ensure adequate antioxidant nutrients, and the reduction of pro-inflammatory agents, which initiate cell ageing and destruction. The aim of your nutritional program is to ‘Taste the Rainbow’; eat foods of every colour such as blueberries, raspberry, purple sprouting broccoli, purple corn, butternut squash, carrots, and green leafy vegetables.

Fish

Eat fish twice weekly, especially the fatty kind that is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. This is a powerful anti-inflammatory food that offers a multitude of health benefits. Our vegetarian Divas, should eat a tablespoon of linseed oil or crushed, and sprouted linseeds daily to ensure adequate omega 3 essential fats.

Fruits and vegetables

Fruits and vegetables are powerhouses of antioxidants. Aim for a variety of colourful produce. Enjoy at least 5 servings per day for the maximum benefits.

Whole grains

Whole grains provide soluble fibre to help lower blood cholesterol levels, and also have phytonutrient content equal to any fruit or vegetable. Strive for at least 3 daily servings.

Legumes

Legumes are unsung heroes, packed with nutrients similar to fruits and vegetables and with very few calories. Add them to your diet 3 to 4 times a week.

Yoghurt

Yoghurt has all the benefits of dairy foods, plus probiotics that help add healthy bacteria to the intestines. Moores recommends eating a yoghurt with active cultures as one of your 3 dairy servings each day.

Nuts and Seeds

Nuts and Seeds are a great source of B vitamins that are good for your heart and your brain. The healthy fats in nuts benefit the elastin and collagen in skin, helping to maintaining skin’s structure and keep it resilient. Small portions are advised, as nuts and seeds are high in calories.

Water

Water is essential for hydration of the skin, muscles, circulation, and all organs in the body. Enjoy 3-4 glasses of pure water in addition to other liquids and watery foods.

Super Foods

In addition, these ‘super-foods’ are fantastic additions to any healthy eating regime. Chosen because of their anti-inflammatory activity:

  • Acai Berries
  • Goji Berries
  • Allium vegetables: garlic, onions, leeks, scallions, chives, and shallots
  • Green foods, such as wheatgrass, spirulina, barley grass, and chlorella.
  • Buckwheat, both seeds and grains
  • Beans and lentils
  • Hot peppers
  • Nuts and seeds
  • Bean Sprouts
  • Organic Live Yogurt