2. Nuts
If your aim is to live as long as possible, you should definitely incorporate a handful of nuts into your diet every day, as research has found a link between regular nut eating and longevity.
One study, which assessed data on nearly 120,000 people found that groundnut munchers, who ate cashews, brazil nuts or peanuts, or tree nut eaters, who consumed almonds, pecans, hazelnuts, or walnuts daily, had a 20% reduction in all-cause mortality. Scientists found that the biggest benefit of eating nuts was a dramatic reduction of 29% in heart attack mortality risk – and discovered that this healthy daily habit reduced mortality from cancer by 11%.
Nuts are delicious and they’re easy to snack on, plus they’re loaded with skin-friendly nutrients like Vitamin E, to improve skin elasticity and moisture levels. Though some people might shy away due to the calorific content of nuts – we think the health benefits more than balance out the calories. They are a superb food if you’re battling age-related weight gain – research published in the British Medical Journal found that regular consumption can lead to less body fat and a lowered obesity risk!
A diet rich in nuts has been linked with decreased cholesterol and reduced levels of inflammation, as well as lowered insulin resistance. Plus, if sagging skin and deepening lines are a concern, nuts are your new best friend, as they’re rich in antioxidants like ellagic acid and vitamin A, so they’re effective at fighting premature skin ageing, loss of collagen, and wrinkles.
