The general guidelines for the anti aging diet are keep your calorie consumption low, saturated fat intake down' eat plenty of vegetables, fruits and whole-grains, and cut down on salt and sugar.
Following is a general guideline for antiaging diet. If you eat according to following diet plan, your body will remain fit as you age. Seniors can treat this anti-aging diet as a seniors diet. Eat fewer calories than you need so that you can gradually lose any excess weight, it is good for your weight loss.
Balanced Diet Daily eat a balanced diet that is rich in dietary fiber, protein, carbohydrates, calcium, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. Eat three to five servings of fresh fruit vegetables each day. Eat a large raw-food salad including a wide a variety of vegetables as chicory, spinach, broccoli, kale, lettuce leaves, watercress, carrot, peas, tomato, cucumber, beetroot, seeds, nuts, and other anti aging foods.
Drink more water Drinking eight glasses of water every day will improve overall health. You will not have common problems associated with dehydration such as headaches, lack of energy, tired and lethargic sensations, hot flashes and sour joints and muscles.
Do not skip meals Consume five small meals and snacks throughout the day. You should eat something every 4 hours during daytime.
Limit on fat Avoid foods high in saturated fats (animal products such as beef, dairy products and lard) and tans-fats (cakes, cookies). These fats increase cholesterol level and weight. Note that a moderate amount of dietary fat is essential to maintain a healthy weight.
Eat whole grains Wholesome foods are higher in nutrients and lower in fat.
Refined carbohydrates Limit your intake of refined sugar, soft drinks and foods made with white flour.
Salt Cut down your salt intake. Too much salt is not good for health. Pickles, tined foods and fast foods are loaded with salt.
Minimize stress and maximize your ability to handle stress by balanced healthy life-styles. Learn stress management techniques.
Exercise A nutrition loaded diet in combination with some physical activity will prevent disease and improve quality of life.
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