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Functional Foods

-- Fruits, vegetables and whole grains can help delay age-related

diseases. Because your body's defense against oxidative stress can be

weakened with age, it is important to consume plenty of antioxidants.

-- Common functional foods include tomatoes for prostate health, apples to

neutralize cell-damaging free radicals and whole-grain cereals to

reduce the risk of diabetes.

-- Evidence suggests that the antioxidants in blueberries and grapes may

reduce the risk of cancer and help manage cardiovascular health. The

distinct colors of such fruits can help you identify foods that contain

antioxidants.

-- Approximately 90 percent of tea consumed in the United States is black

tea, which, with the proper diet, can help reduce cholesterol levels

and the risk of coronary heart disease. Drinking plenty of green tea

may also help prevent and treat inflammation-related diseases.

The best formula for optimum health is to maintain a balanced diet and a regular exercise routine. While conventional medicine is still best to diagnose and treat diseases, dietary supplements may help restore your health when you cannot receive adequate nutrition or your body requires more nutrients than usual. Before taking dietary supplements, be sure to talk to your physician and educate yourself on the pros and cons of the supplement. If the supplement is safe for you to use, it just may be the answer you're looking for in restoring your health.

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