BodyWellness360

Do you ever look in the mirror and wonder, "What happened?" What happened is that you grew up and matured! Although you may want to look old enough to know what you're doing, you most likely also want to look young enough to still be able to do it! But how can you slow down the clock? One of the critical keys to aging well is getting plenty of antioxidants. Surely you've heard that antioxidants are good for your health. But why, exactly, are they so important? And how do they help slow the aging process?  Antioxidants have the ability to neutralize free radicals. Studies indicate that the damage caused by free radicals can cause major diseases, including cancer, as well as contribute significantly to the aging process. So antioxidants help protect you from disease and slow down the effects of aging. Here are some essential antioxidants and where you can find them: 1.  Vitamin C   (#ad) . This is a very important antioxidant, and perhaps the best known for its deficie...

Chances are you know the importance of vitamins and minerals to your health, but are you aware that your body also relies on fatty acids for many of its functions? Fatty acids are polyunsaturated fats. You may know them as Omega-3, Omega-6, and Omega-9. These "good fats" are created by breaking down other fats. Since they're essential for health and aren't produced by the body (except for Omega-9), we need to eat food or take supplements that include them. Fatty Acids Are Essential For Health Fatty acids strengthen your health in many ways, including: Help in the movement of oxygen through the bloodstream Develop healthy cell membranes and tissue Aid in the proper functioning of organs Retain healthy lipid levels in the blood Aid the functioning of the immune system Aid brain function Control inflammation Help in blood clotting and regulating blood pressure In addition to these critical functions, fatty acids can also bring you other desirable benefits, from helping...