Age Gracefully With Fresh Produce
Eat right and live longer, say scientists, who are studying
the connection between nutrient-rich produce and longevity.
A diet rich in fruits and vegetables can help warn off
cancer and other disease, and protects and strengthens
body tissues. Eat a wide variety of produce items, and
prepare them at home using low-calorie recipes found
on the Fresh1 web site to make your golden years brighter.
- A low-calorie diet adds years to your life.
Lightly steamed produce is low in calories and filling,
and gives you valuable nutrients in every bite.
- Many
fruits and vegetables contain polyphenols, compounds
that slow the aging of the brain.
- Fruits and vegetables
are rich in antioxidants, which help the body ward
off disease and slow the aging
of cells and tissues.
- Many older people suffer from digestive problems,
which can be alleviated by increasing the amount of
fiber in the diet. Produce is an excellent fiber source.
A diet rich in fruits and vegetables adds energy and
promotes health at every stage of life. If you don’t
make a point of eating produce at every meal, the senior
years are a great time to start. Fruit and vegetables
add flavor to life, and give you the health, strength,
and energy needed to enjoy every day to its fullest.
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