It is essential to give a helping hand to our body and we do it primarily through a healthy and proper diet that will help us to keep under control and eliminate free radicals.

Natural foods - the secret of youth

Dr. Mencinicopschi recommend natural foods. “Consumption of industrialized products generate a strong oxidative stress, therefore it is desirable to avoid them.” Can be consumed fresh fruits and vegetables in their natural state. Studies by researchers in California for 18 years have recently shown that the nutritional value of juice obtained from fruits and vegetables is lower if they are eaten raw.
Also very important is how to prepare. Do not cook vegetables too long and too high temperatures.

The main antioxidants are vitamins A, C, E, zinc and selenium.

Vitamin A - is found in nature in two main forms: retinol (animal) and beta-carotene (vegetable), keep skin soft and smooth, protects mucous membranes from infection, help to have strong bones and teeth. Generally found in fish liver oil in orange fruits and vegetables (apricots, carrots, pumpkin), in dark green vegetables (spinach, chicory), in milk and butter.

Vitamin C - is certainly the best known, because its properties: synthesizing collagen, increases immunity, promotes the healthy development of bones and teeth, neutralize free radicals. It is found mainly in citrus, kiwi strawberries, broccoli, peppers, cauliflower, spinach and parsley.

Vitamin E - protects the cells of the aging process, helps blood circulation and prevent degenerative diseases. Found in heavy oil seeds, peanut oil, parsley, soy, chocolate and green leafy vegetables.

Zinc - is, along with iron, one of the most important minerals, helps to produce insulin, removes free radicals, tissue scars, prevent diseases and eliminate cholesterol.

Selenium - is an antioxidant that prevents the formation of free radicals. Is in protein foods, such as fish, meat, egg yolks, whole grains.

What is the ideal diet?

According to the specialist daily menu should contain:

* Minimum 5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day - a rate of 50%. Preferably, to eat between meals;
* Animal protein, not much - 10 to 15%. Ideally, meat or chicken, but as organic.
* Also grains, but not in large amounts, they may become harmful;
* Milk, but not in a fluid state, but in the form of yogurt, for example - is a probiotic and should not miss.

Excess cheese also is better avoided;

* Fish, omega-3 fatty acids known for it contains.
* The key is diversity!

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