Aging Definition of Aging Physical changes that take

Aging

Definition of Aging • Physical changes that take place manifested as a decline of body functions • A process that occurs in the lifespan of every creature and involves every molecule, cell, and organ in the body

When Does Aging Begin? • Begins as early as late teens • Accumulation of damage doesn’t begin to show until we hit our 30’s and 40’s • Supplying your body with all the nutrients it needs may help to slow the process and improve your overall health

Free Radical Theory of aging • Tiny oxygen fragments known as free radicals are found in air pollution, cigarette smoke, fried foods, pesticides • These attack and damage cells and their genetic code • Over decades this process results in fewer functioning cells and more damaged and abnormal cells

• Free radicals are involved in the development of diseases of aging such as parkinson’s, alzheimer’s, and cardiovascular diseases, and cancer

• Free radicals also attack immune system • Body loses resistance to colds, infections, disease • Build-up of cellular debris escalates aging process • Body exposed to free radicals throughout life, but damage seems to increase as we age (cumulative)

Free Radical Theory • Antioxidants which fight free radicals are found in vitamins, minerals, enzymes • Known as “nutrients that protect you from the wear and tear of everyday life” • Sweep up and deactivate free radicals

Benefits of antioxidants diets rich in antioxidants • Prevent disease and premature aging • Stimulate the immune system to protect body from disease and infection • Decrease age-related memory loss and loss of mental function

Antioxidant Nutrients • • Vitamin C Vitamin E Carotenoids Selenium

Can Aging Be Prevented? • Aging is inevitable!! • 15 -20% of aging is genetically predetermined so that means 80 -85% is within our controls! • 70% of cancers are diet and lifestyle related • 50% of heart disease is diet related

Diet that promotes positive aging Avocado: This fruit is a good source of healthy monounsaturated fat that may help to reduce level of cholesterol in body. • Avocado is a good source of vitamin E and can help to maintain healthy skin and prevent skin aging • It is rich in potassium which helps prevent fluid retention and high blood pressure.

BERRIES (all black and blue ones) � • Antioxidants (prevent free radical formation and aging) CRUCIFEROUS VEGETABLES • cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, and watercress • � Helps body fight against toxins and cancer • � Consume about ¼ lb/day, 1 ½ cups minimum)

GARLIC • � 1 clove per day • � Helps to protect body against cancer and heart disease GINGER • � Can boost digestive and circulatory system • � May alleviate rheumatic aches and pains

Nuts • rich in potassium, magnesium, iron, zinc, copper, and selenium • Improves immune system • � Improves skin • � May help control cholesterol levels

• Soya • � Helps to maintain estrogen levels in menopausal women • � Reduces hot flashes • � May protect against Alzheimer’s disease, osteoporosis, and heart disease

• WATER • � The fluid of LIFE • � 8 glasses per day (minimum)

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