Foods That Can Alleviate Premature Aging

Premature aging can have both an internal and external effect, that is, on physical appearance. According to studies, this is caused by the superposition of different factors such as sun exposure.

In addition to treating the condition with a specialist, you can use home remedies to try to combat it, in a complementary and natural way.

Specifically, there are foods such as lemon, honey and olive oil, which are highly recommended. Thanks to the properties of these ingredients, it is popularly believed that they can help prevent premature aging. Fighting especially the visible signs of aging.

Lemon is used by many cultures to combat ailments of different origins, as indicated in this book.

Honey, for its part, is considered one of the healthiest natural sweeteners that exist. This is due to its large amount of nutrients and properties.

Olive oil is good for digestion, it has antioxidant as well as anti-inflammatory properties. It also improves the absorption of calcium, magnesium and zinc.

Foods that help fight premature aging

The lemon

Among the properties of this fruit, it stands out that it is a significant source of vitamin C. This element helps to strengthen the immune system and prevent a large number of diseases. Among these, the respiratory diseases such as pneumonia, bronchitis, congestion, flu, pleurisy, or asthma, among others, are distinguished. Although more studies are still needed to support this effect.

It also contains vitamin P, known as the capillary permeability vitamin. This is in charge of toning the capillaries and blood vessels. Likewise, it is rich in minerals such as potassium, magnesium, calcium and phosphorus, and  is a source of B complex vitamins. 

Being a rich source of antioxidants, lemon also prevents premature skin aging and stimulates cell regeneration.

Properties of honey from bees

Organic honey is made up of minerals. The following stand out:

• Sodium, Potassium, and Magnesium.
• Calcium, iron and manganese.
• Copper, phosphorus, zinc, and selenium.

In addition, it also has vitamins. Specifically A, C and B complex. As a natural remedy, honey has antibiotic properties.

It can help fight anemia, inflammation of the intestine, constipation, rheumatism and headaches, among other conditions, such as varicose ulcers.

Due to its antiseptic and antiviral properties, honey is usually recommended to treat infections and certain problems. Among others, the flu, sore throat and muscle pain stand out.

Properties of olive oil

The third ingredient used to prepare this treatment against premature aging is olive oil. One of the best fats that we can include in the diet. This oil is rich in oleic acid, which reduces cholesterol and prevents cardiovascular problems.

It also contains other monounsaturated fatty acids. These are responsible for fighting hypertension problems, improving circulation and reducing blood clots. Likewise   , it contains hydrocarbons, sterols and tocopherols such as vitamin E,  which stimulate tissue regeneration.

How to prepare a treatment against premature aging

Making use of the above foods, you can prepare a combination mixing them that is helpful to help prevent premature aging.

Ingredients

• 100 ml of fresh lemon juice.
• 200 grams of honey.
• 50 ml of good quality olive oil.

What is to be  done?

First, mix all the ingredients in a glass container with a lid, until a homogeneous product is achieved. Then store it in the refrigerator.

It is best to consume a teaspoon of the mixture every morning on an empty stomach. It is a way to combine the proposed foods in a healthy and tasty mix.