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Prevent Disease
The healthiest foods, such as, whole foods that
include, fruits, vegetables and whole grains contain
essential disease preventing antioxidants. By
consuming antioxidants, you will be decreasing your
risk of developing cancer, chronic diseases, as well as
aging healthily and enjoying high energy levels.
You will also be forestalling other illnesses, such as
cardiovascular disease, arthritis, asthma and
bronchitis.
Furthermore, eating healthy foods improves your
vision. This is because antioxidants prevent you from
developing cataracts. Cataracts consist in damaged
vision, which is caused by the eye's lens being
cloudy. Consequently, by incorporating antioxidants
in your diet, you are preserving your vision.
Contain Phytoestrogens
Phytoextrogens exits in plant-based foods, such as soy beans, berries and flaxseeds. Research
indicates that people who consume large amounts of phytoextrogens are less likely to suffer
from breast cancer, ovarian cancer and endometrial cancer than people who do not consume
them.
Contain Dietary Fiber
Dietary fiber and resistant starches are to be found in whole grains. They improve digestion and
strengthen the lining of the intestinal tract. Fiber also plays a key role in healthy weight
management, prevention of heart disease and keeping vital organs healthy.
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