What are phytonutrients and what effect can they have on the aging process? They are fruit and plant extracts which have become known as the latest new source of phytochemicals that are highly beneficial to skin cells and cellular tissue.
Phytonutrients are categorized as antioxidants and are usually found in plants and vegetables. They work by supplying vital oxygenated molecules to skin, body tissue and organs making them a key factor to maintaining a healthy body.
Researchers have learned that certain types of plant compounds contain disease fighting phytochemicals that help to protect the body's immune system as well as major organs and will help damaged tissue heal faster.
Upon further clinical research, scientists discovered that phytochemicals had a big part to play in the production of self-healing cells in plants and people. As phytochemicals are induced into the body, the body's internal system causes certain enzymes to be released which fight off cancer causing substances and strengthens the immune system against many forms of disease.
It should be said that in order to live a healthy life, phytochemicals should be a part of out diet. This is why when you are shopping for fruit and vegetables; you should consider buying dark leafy vegetables, soy, and dark berries. A good brand of red wine should also be considered as it contains phytonutrients.
Alpha Lipoic Acid is another form of this life enriching compound and come highly recommended by health practitioners as a means of boosting the body's immune system and improving the quality of skin, hair and nails. Normally taken with vitamin C and E, Alpha Lipoic Acid be applied directly to the surface of the skin through the use of a skin care cream and taken internally.
We all know that vitamin C also known as ascorbic acid is essential for maintaining good health and has been proven to positively affect everything from skin and hair to good cardiovascular health and cellular development. Vitamin C which is an antioxidant synthesizes the production of collagen and helps to promote youthful elasticity within skin.
Vitamin E is another important vitamin and can dramatically affect one's health. This a fat-based soluble helps to shield body skin cells with a protective covering and can help prevent certain types of skin cancers and other diseases of the epidermis.
Vitamin E is also recommended by doctors and health experts to help reduce unhealthy cholesterol levels and when taken in healthy doses it can slow down the process of aging. Both vitamin C and E is a common ingredient found in many cosmetics as a key ingredient to help skin look younger and less aged.
Since we know that supplements containing vitamins C and E combined with phytonutrients are important to one's overall health, they should be taken on a regular basis. Apply these compounds to the skin directly by using a cosmetic skin crme or take in the form of a pill or liquid.
Filed under Anti Aging by Jacobson Wolfe
