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1. Consume Anti-Oxidants
Okay, let’s start with a simple one: consuming antioxidants. An antioxidant is
essentially a substance that is able to neutralize the effects of free radicals. Free
radicals meanwhile are reactive molecules that roam the body and which cause
damage to the cell walls whenever they come into contact with them. This is called
‘oxidation’ and while it is microscopic, it can add up over time in order to result in
macroscopic (visible) changes. In other words, the cells become lined and wrinkled
and this is actually enough to cause visible wrinkles on the skin when you’re older.
Not good!
Worse is that these free radicals can eventually penetrate through the cell walls all
the way deep into the nucleus. This is bad news because it can result in damage to
the DNA, which in turn prevents that cell from operating as it should. When cells
reproduce, they do so via a process called mitosis which means that the cell actually
splits in half to create an exact equal copy.
In other words, the DNA damage now becomes repeated as well and that in turn can
result in the growth and spread of cancerous tumors. In other words, antioxidants
don’t just extend your youthful looks – they also extend your lifespan.
So how can you make sure you are getting enough antioxidants? One option is to
consider the best sources of antioxidants – and that means berries in particular.
Blueberries, raspberries etc. are all incredibly high in antioxidants and the best way
to get these in your diet conveniently is with a smoothie. Swap your morning coffee
at Starbucks for an Innocent smoothie and you’ll immediately extent your lifespan.
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