Broccoli May Slow Age Decline

A foundational aspect of a healthy diet is to eat plenty of fresh vegetables. A healthy diet can help to lower your risk for many chronic diseases, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke and certain cancers. This is especially ideal if you eat organic foods to avoid pesticides and GMO’s.

Vegetables contain antioxidants and disease-fighting compounds that you won’t find in other foods and are rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber. Inflammation can be reduced with phytochemicals and eliminate carcinogens. Others regulate cell reproduction, apoptosis and DNA maintenance. A potent anti-aging effect is in certain plant compounds. …read more