One of the most irritating side effects of ageing is a gradual loss of energy. Our diet is crucial to maintain high level of energy, along with exercise, being hydrated and getting adequate sleep. As such, you might be curious what foods will help you stay focused and attentive all day. Find out if specific foods can increase your energy levels in this article.
Foods that Keep You Looking and Feeling Young
1. Black Bean
Black beans, a type of legumes, are a nutritionally rich food that provides a plentiful supply of protein and fiber. The fiber content aids in lowering total amount of cholesterol in the blood and decrease the risk of heart disease. They also contain several other key vitamins and minerals that are known to benefit human health. Calcium and phosphorus content in black beans help in maintaining bone structure whereas iron and zinc maintain the strength and elasticity of bones and joints.
Black beans’ high fiber, potassium, folate, vitamin B6 and phytonutrient content, together with their low cholesterol content, all promote heart health. Vitamin B6 and folate content of black beans also prevent the buildup of a compound known as homocysteine which can harm blood vessels and cause heart issues when it builds up excessively in the body.
2. Soy bean
Soy bean is a high-quality of protein that contains well-balanced essential amino acids. Eating enough high-quality of protein can help you think more clearly, raise your resistance to stress, anxiety, and depression, and improve your mood as you become older. However, consuming an excessive amount of protein from processed meats like hot dogs, bacon, and ham may raise your chance of developing heart disease, cancer, and other illnesses. Increase your intake of soy beans as well as peas, eggs, and seeds to diversify your protein sources and avoid relying just on red meat.
3. Job’s tear
Job’s tear has been used in China to cure warts, rheumatism, and neuralgia. It has been found to have anti-inflammatory, assist digestion, antiallergic action, and antiseptic properties. A Korean literature stated that Job’s tear enhances the immune system by increasing proliferation of spleen cells and the number of antibody-producing cells in the spleen. In short, Job’s tear nourishes spleen and stomach; relieve water retention and calm emotions. When your body feels good, you feel happier inside and out.
4. Chinese yam
Chinese yam, considered as a traditional homologous substance of medicine and food for its various functions including the treatment of diabetes, diarrhea, asthma, and other illnesses. Its key active compound could slow down the growth of cancer cell, regulate metabolism and promote nerve repair. People with conditions related to the stomach, spleen, kidneys and lungs or skin may benefit from Chinese yam. Research also proven the starch from Chinese yam will lower blood lipid levels.
5. Euryale seed
According to the Traditional Chinese Medicine, Euryale seed is related to the spleen and kidney meridians and is regarded as sweet, astringent, and neutral. Its primary purposes are to remove moisture, strengthen the kidneys, tonify the spleen and manage diarrhea problem. According to research, Euryale seed has high antioxidant activity and may help in reducing inflammation, which could be beneficial for inflammatory conditions like gout, rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease.
Genki 21 Energy to Keep You Energized Throughout the Day!
Getting older does lead to fatigue, however supplementing the correct nutrition can relieve this condition! Etblisse Genki 21 Energy is a healthy energy drink created with combining Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Nutrition concepts, and it can be used to replenish energy and physical strength for elderlies! Formulated according to the nutritional components of selected 12 types of whole grains and 9 types of Chinese herbs, it also incorporates the principle of 5 colors to nourish the 5 internal organs to maintain body health, so that you can be full of energy and vitality every day!
This article is written by Ms Tan Yi Li (Nutritionist) for Green Image Organic Enterprise Sdn. Bhd.
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