Antioxidants are the best that foods can offer, helping you stay young and reducing the risk of cancer and heart diseases. A huge source of antioxidants is found in wine and blueberries, but there are other food sources, some of them quite unexpected.
Canola oil is rich in the antioxidant alphacopherol, which prevents the formation of free radicals that can lead to cardiovascular diseases and other chronic conditions. One tablespoon of canola oil contains 16% of the daily value of alphacopherol.
Eggs contain lutein, a powerful antioxidant which protects the eyes …

Approximately 5 kg of olives are needed to produce 1 liter of olive oil. It is one of the few oils that can be consumed raw, as it was obtained after the fruit was mashed and pressed, no additives and preservatives being needed.
Protects blood vessels
While all olive oils contain healthy monounsaturated fat like Omega 3, 6 and 9 fatty acids, only the extra virgin oil range is rich in polyphenols and vitamin E.  Polyphenols are substances with a highly antioxidant effect, which prevent diseases like diabetes, obesity and cancer. One …

Apple cider vinegar is an excellent antibiotic and a natural detoxifying, helps digestion and in addition eliminates fat cell deposits.These are only few of the therapeutic properties of cider vinegar.
This type of vinegar retains almost all the minerals contains by the fruit: calcium, sodium, , silicon, chlorine and a series of micro-elements. It also contains potassium, an important element for  the proper functioning of cardiovascular and central system. Other components of cider vinegar, magnesium and iron,  have favorable effect upon the immune system and strengthens the bones.  As well, other …

Cardiovascular diseases occur as a result of risk factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, obesity or smoking.  Bellow you will find a range of foods and drinks which will help your heart function normally and help you avoid cardiovascular diseases.
Morning tea is very important for your heart’s health. Sage, rosemary and thyme have lots of antioxidant proprieties and protect you from the risk of developing diabetes, stroke or hypertension.
Cherries and blueberries are recommended for your heart because of their magnesium content and antioxidant proprieties which maintain normal cholesterol …

Our bone structure hardens during the first years of life until adolescence, but after that, as the years go by, it gets weaker and problems occur.  A rich diet in calcium and magnesium is very important to avoid problems later in life.
Your daily diet shouldn’t lack dairy products. Milk, cheese and yogurt consumed every day do wonders for bones and will help you avoid problems later in life and also keep you away from joint problems. Nutritionists recommend a glass of milk every day but you can also opt for …