8 Superfoods Against Aging Effects

One of the best way to have good health and reduce the effects of aging is the exploitation of the power of antioxidants.
Antioxidants are the nutritional equivalent of man's best friend - they are faithful protectors and nurturers of our cells, pushing illness and promoting good health.
Many foods contain antioxidant nutrients and other age defying elements,such as vitamin C, beta-carotene, lycopene ... here is a carefully selected list of eight of the foods most powerful and useful to help keep your skin young and fresh.

1)Beans
 Beans are one of the most versatile (and cheapest) foods out there- and it will help your skin! Beans are full of antioxidants and potassium, which are not only good for you, but good for your skin, too. Beans have lots of nutrients to help fight age, but not a lot of calories.

2)Nuts
Nuts and seeds contain the popular Omega 3's (fish are also full of Omega 3's), which are not only great for the heart, but stimulate blood circulation and may help fight cancer and depression. Eating a serving of nuts a day will help your heart and help you look and feel your best! Try raw and unsalted nuts like almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts and seeds like pumpkin seeds.

3)Cucumber
A cucumber's peel contains collagen, which helps prevent wrinkles by tightening the skin. If you're going for anti-aging foods, cucumbers are a great and tasty option- and they're low in calories!

4)Hot Peppers
Looking for a little extra spice in your life? Go for it! Chili peppers and bell peppers will not only add extra flavor to your meals, but are chock full of antioxidants (not to mention they're great little fat burners to help keep you looking trim).

5)Green Tea
Green tea can apparently also help with wrinkles and the signs of aging,the main polyphenol in green tea is epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). Scientific studies suggest that EGCG and green tea polyphenols have anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties that may help prevent the development and growth of skin tumors.

6)Coconut oil
Coconut oil speeds up your metabolism and can actually help you loose weight. It is also incredibly beautifying and moisturising for the skin and has antioxidant properties which protect against free-radical damage, keeping the skin youthful and healthy. Taken internally or externally coconut oil is a great ally for any beauty skin care regime. It also contains lauric acid, an anti-microbial fatty acid that kills bacteria, viruses and fungi.

7)Avocados
Avocados are smoothing and softening for the skin and easily absorbed; compared with almond, corn, olive, and soybean oils, avocado oil has the highest skin penetration rate.
Avocado also contains vitamin E (excellent for the skin), antioxidant carotenoids and the master antioxidant glutathione that is exceptionally powerful and has anti-carcinogenic potential. High levels of glutathione are found in the liver where the elimination of toxic materials takes place.
Glutathione is effective against pollutants such as cigarette smoke and exhaust fumes as well as ultra-violet radiation. Research is currently exploring the potential benefits of glutathione for numerous conditions including cancer, heart disease, memory loss, arthritis, Parkinson's disease, eczema, liver disorders, heavy metal poisoning and AIDS.

8)Berries
Blueberries, cherries and strawberries all contain Vitamin C, which is essential in fighting the appearance of wrinkles. Vitamin C helps produce collagen, and without it, wrinkles can appear.