Home » Anti-aging and Weight Loss Solutions » A Super Charged Anti-Aging Diet Part Two A Super Charged Anti-Aging Diet Part Two The risk of developing cancer increases significantly as we age. Cancer prevention is part of the anti-aging process. Enjoy these cool, healthy eating tips that not only help you slow down the aging process but also prevent cancer. Focus on a plant-based diet that includes a variety of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains. Buy organic or local produces if possible. Organic foods are more nutritious and free of pesticides. Enjoy fresh vegetables and fruits instead of processed ones if possible and wash fruits and vegetables to reduce pesticide residue. Bulk up your fiber intake; fiber helps remove wastes and toxins from your body and keeps your digestive system healthy and clean. Fiber-rich foods are leafy greens, fruits, beans and lentils, whole grains, etc. Prepare your foods in healthy ways as carcinogens can be formed during the cooking or preserving process. Avoid cooking in high heat such as barbecue and deep-frying; avoid plastic containers and wraps for cooking foods in a microwave. You can read more information about Xenohormones from plastic products and how they can affect our natural hormone balance. Reduce the consumption of red meat. Studies suggest that red meat may increase the recurrence of cancer.[1] Top your dishes with these super cancer-fighting foods! TurmericTurmeric comes from the root of the Curcuma longa plant and belongs to a ginger family.It is originally from South India. Turmeric requires a specific temperature range and a decent amount of rain to grow. The dry roots are grounded into powder and used as a popular spice in Indian cuisine. It is also used in mustard condiments and as a textile dye due to its unique deep yellow-orange color.Turmeric was traditionally called “Indian saffron”. It has been used for thousands of years as a healing remedy in Siddha medicine in India. Turmeric provides many health benefits and a few are listed below. Arthritis reliefThe active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin . Curcumindemonstrates potent anti-inflammatory effects in many studies.[2]The advantage of curcumin is that it can be consumed either in food or as supplements without toxicity while most anti-inflammatory drugs can have significant toxic effects.Researchers suggest that curcumin is also a powerful antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals and reduces oxidative stress. The excellent combination of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of turmeric make it very attractive to relieve many health issues including arthritis. In fact, curcumin supplements have shown promising results for arthritis treatment.[3] Astaxanthin is another powerful pain reliever. Cancer preventionCurcumin acts like a switch that turns off some genes that promote cancer cells growth and proliferation. In addition, curcumin also suppresses cancer cells and induces cancer cell apoptosis (cell death). Emerging studies show that turmeric is one of the most powerful anti-cancer food.[4],[5],[6] Tart Cherry is also a superfood that contains powerful antiaging and anticancer components. How to enjoy turmeric in many ways? Add turmeric powder in egg or potato salads to enhance the color.Add it to scrambled eggs or tofu to enhance the flavor.Season brown rice or lentils with turmeric powder, cumin, and coriander, etc.Sparkle turmeric powder on steamed cauliflower or green beans and onions.Make a delicious and rich color dip with turmeric powder, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper.Make your own salad dressings by adding some turmeric powder to enhance the texture and color.Add it to soups such as lentil soups, vegetable soups, and chicken noodle soups.Blend turmeric powder into smoothies.Add it to your tea along with some ginger root, milk, and honey. How to get the most out of turmeric?In order to improve the absorption of turmeric, the best way to take turmeric is with meals especially with fatty foods such as olives, avocado, nuts, and seeds. The reason for this is because turmeric metabolizes rapidly in the liver and intestine, and fatty foods slow down the digestive process, therefore they help increase the absorption of turmeric.Turmeric may upset the stomach if you are taking it as a supplement with a high dose over a longer period of time. If you are taking turmeric supplements, an effective dose range is 500-3000mg per day based on clinical trials.[7] Turmeric may affect blood thinner medications and increase your risk of bleeding if you are on blood thinner drugs. It is recommended that you consult your healthcare provider before taking it as a supplement if you are taking other medications.You can make your own fresh turmeric powder by boiling, drying, and grinding fresh turmeric roots into powder. Unpeeled fresh turmeric roots can last up to three weeks in a refrigerator. Turmeric powder should be stored in a cool, dark, and dry place and kept in a tightly sealed container because it is highly susceptible to light.Turmeric can be used for weight loss as well. Shiitake MushroomA shiitake mushroom is an edible and delicious fungus. Fungi are separated from plants, animals, and bacteria. They are similar to plants but they do not have chlorophyll to make their own food through photosynthesis as a plant does. They absorb nutrients from their surroundings. One major difference that separates fungi from others is that fungal cells have cell walls that contain chitin, a long-chain polymer of a derivative of glucose. Fungi are considered a special type of living organism that has no roots, leaves, flowers, or seeds. Shiitake mushrooms originally came from East Asia and are now cultivated worldwide. Fresh or dried shiitake mushrooms have been commonly used in Asian cuisines. Today, these exotic mushrooms can be found in many grocery stores all year round.Extracts from shiitake mushrooms or dried forms have been used in herbal remedies for thousands of years in Eastern medicine. Like other fungi, shiitake mushrooms offer a variety of phytochemicals that have potent health benefits, such as lentinan and laminarin, which are polysaccharides that have anti-tumor effects and promote the death of cancer cells, as well as lentinacin or eritadenine that has cholesterol-lowering effects.Shiitake mushrooms also offer a wide variety of important nutrients such as Vitamin B groups, fiber, potassium, and amino acids. Nutrition facts(Dry shiitake mushroom)[8]MoistureProteinFatCarbohydrateFiberAshEnergy(kcal)15%15-18%1-2%65-75%7-14%5-7%/333-375Note: data indicated as percentage of dry weightMineral and Vitamin contentThiamineRiboflavinNiacinCaPFeNaK0.40.911.912171419380Note: Data indicated as milligrams per 100 gram dry weight Amino Acid composition Protein17.5Argenine348Isoleucine218Histidine87Leucine348Alanine305Lysine174Aspartic Acid392Methionine87Glutamic acid1349CystinendGlycine218Phenylalanine261Proline218Tyrosine174Serine261Threonine261Valine261Note: data indicate milligrams per gram of protein nitrogenThe health benefits of shiitake mushrooms have been well studied and a few are listed here. Anti-cancer and immune system boosterPolysaccharides are complex carbohydrates containing two or more monosaccharide units linked by glycosidic bonds. The unique polysaccharides in shiitake mushrooms were first considered primary anti-cancer compounds such as lentinan and beta-glucan. But now researchers have speculated that many non-polysaccharide compounds in shiitake mushrooms have anti-tumor effects and work together to achieve these amazing anti-cancer results.The polysaccharides in shiitake mushrooms such as beta-glucans are known to activate the immune system.[9], [10] These polymers can enhance the host’s immune response by activating cell-mediated immunity and enhancing natural killer cell functions, such as T cells, monocytes, macrophages, and polymorphonuclear lymphocytes. Anti-aging and heart health promoterNonstarch polysaccharides are considered as dietary fiber that provides many health benefits including lowering your blood cholesterol and stabilizing your blood sugar.[11] Dietary fiber also helps remove wastes from our body and regular our bowel function. In addition, fiber also increases fullness and promotes weight loss.Coconut flour is another amazing functional food that is high in fiber.Shiitake mushrooms are a very good source of antioxidant minerals such as manganese, selenium, and zinc, as well as other powerful antioxidants including ergothioneine, which is a remarkable antioxidant that protects cells from the damage caused by free radicals and strengthens your immune function, it also protects against neurotoxins that contribute to cognitive decline.[12] Researchers indicate that chronic oxidative stress in the cardiovascular system can contribute to blood vessel problems such as atherosclerosis (clogged arteries). A diet that is rich in anti-oxidants will not only slow down the aging process but also will protect your heart.You could read A Super-Charged Anti-aging Diet Part One about more superfoods that are rich in antioxidants. Anti-aging Recipes Turmeric kale and egg salad Ingredients (1 serving) Eggs (large): 2 kale (fresh, chopped): 1 cup Turmeric (powder): 2 tsp. Olive oil: 2 tbsps. Garlic (fresh, chopped): 1tsp. Lemon juice: 1tsp Salt and pepper to taste Preparation Whisk eggs in a bowl, and mix well until the color and texture are uniform. Heat 1 tbsp. of olive oil in a pan and add whisked eggs. Scrape the egg mixture around the pan with a spatula. When the eggs are almost cooked, remove the pan from the heat. Heat another tbsp. of olive oil in a skillet, add garlic, stir-fry for 30 seconds or until aromatic, add chopped kale to the skillet and cook until kale is slightly soft, then add scrambled eggs and sprinkle lemon juice on top. Sparkle turmeric powder and mix well, add salt and pepper to taste. Asian beef and shiitake mushrooms stir fryIngredients (8 servings) Olive oil: 3 tbsps.Garlic (fresh, chopped): 2 tsp.Ginger (fresh, finely chopped): 2 tsp.Shiitake mushrooms (fresh, sliced): 4 cupsChinese cabbage or bokchoy (trimmed, sliced): 2 headsBeef sirloin (thinly sliced): 2 lbs.Red peppers (fresh, medium, sliced): 2Soy sauce: 4 tbsps.Oyster sauce: 2 tbsps.Cornstarch: 3 tbsps.Beef broth: 1 cup Preparation Mix cornstarch, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and beef broth until smooth. Set cornstarch sauce aside. Heat 1 tbsp. of olive oil in a frying pan over high heat. Add beef and stir well until its color is changed to brown. Set beef aside. Heat 2 tbsps.of olive oil in a frying pan. Stir in garlic and ginger, stir-fry for 30 seconds or until aromatic, combine mushrooms, cabbage, and peppers, and stir over medium heat until the mixture is tender. Set vegetables aside. In a pot, add cornstarch sauce, cook until the mixture boils and thickens, stir in beef and mixed vegetables and mix well. Serve over rice. Do you know that your navel is also a power house for the healing? Ancient Chinese Medicine practitioners have been using the navel both as a diagnostic tool and also a treatment center for thousands of years. We created this Magical Navel Patch that has many health benefits including:Click the image below to find out more. Anti-aging and promote weight lossAnti-inflammatory and shrink the waistlinePromote a sound sleepBalance Yin and Yang energy. Order Now Reference http://www.cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-type/breast/supportive-care/nutrition-and-breast-cancer/?region=on#Meat_intake http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19594223 Kuptniratsaikul V, Thanakhumtorn S, Chinswangwatanakul P, Wattanamongkonsil L, Thamlikitkul V. Efficacy and safety of Curcuma domestica extracts in patients with knee osteoarthritis. 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