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Staying
Young - the Japanese Way
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Author:
Jonna
See: Staying Young the
Japanese Way Page#1
Foods to Stay Young
 A Japanese diet is
the amazing secret of the locals to stay young and become vigorous.
Many nationalities even notice that Japanese women in their forties
still look like they are in their twenties. Well, you may not need
your anti-aging creams, just a discovery of the Japanese fountain of
youth.
The Meal
The sticky,
short-grained rice is the main carbohydrate food in Japan. But
Japanese eat as much fish that are rich in fatty acids which provide a
greater amount of calories for most. Another main source of
carbohydrates for the Japanese is the noodles, a quick, easy, and
healthy snack.
Consumption of
brain foods like eggs and seaweeds is also great. Egg consumption in
Japan, in the form of omelets, custards, and soups, is higher than in
America (40lbs to 34 lbs). Seaweed used in soups and sushi provides a
good amount of iodine that is very important for normal functioning of
the thyroid gland, which is, in turn, vital for optimal brain
function.
The Japanese are
also fond of eating magic potatoes which have natural anti-aging,
life-enhancing components.
Tofu is also a
distinguishing feature in the Japanese diet. Tofu is one of the best
sources of protein with anti-cancer and
health-boosting benefits.
Contrary to the
usual belief, the Japanese have great consumption of milk. They even
consume an average of 180 pounds per year.
Fruits are the
popular dessert
in Japan. In
general, Japanese people don’t like sweet desserts.
In addition, most
Japanese shun fast, processed, and junk foods.
Madonna’s Secret
Aside from her
active lifestyle, Madonna, who still looks young and hip in her 50’s,
shared that she eats Japanese food most of the time. In fact,
everywhere she goes, a Japanese chef is sure to cook healthy cuisine
for her.
So how can you
obtain the kind of lifestyle like Madonna has, who can still look
young and beautiful. She can demand and choose the food that makes her
healthy. How about you, can you also do that? But how about if you
don’t have time and always in a hurry for work, stress and worried for
money?
Article Source:
http://www.articlesbase.com/anti-aging-articles/staying-young-the-japanese-way-511032.html
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webpage by Paul Susic MA Licensed
Psychologist Ph.D. Candidate
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