Scientists working on the human genome project talk of a bright future for genetic manipulation, one that will someday change our life for the better.  But I am telling you that right now, today, the rainbow foods that are gracing our dinner table, in all of their colorful, flavorful and aromatic glory, hold the key in turning on the protective, restorative genes and turning off the damaging genes.  As might be expected, the pro-inflammatory foods turn off the protective genes and turn on the damaging ones.  As children, we can get away with quite a bit and not have it show up on our face or body.  However, as we age, our bodies are not so forgiving, and all of these pro-inflammatory foods manifest in a very visible manner: puffy eyes, wrinkled, sagging skin, enlarged pores, discolorations, dullness, acne, loss of youthful contours and so forth.

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Blueberries contain many powerful polyphenols that make then a true superfood.  We know they are rich in polyphenols such as anthocyanins, which have multiple benefits, including the following:

• The ability to speed up neural communication.  Blueberry-supplemented neurons have a better ability to communicate with each other.
• Cathechins contained in blueberries prevent cell death and the loss of nerve growth factors.
• The ability to protect from age-associated declines in dopamine levels, helping us to maintain youthful brain function.

Tip – Add blueberries to your breakfast cereal, yogurt, oatmeal or smoothie to give your day a healthy boost.

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With obesity on the rise in America, weight loss has become a national obsession.  We are awash in a confusing myriad of different weight loss programs and hundreds of weight loss supplements on the market today.  Unfortunately, rather than waning, obesity appears to be on the rise.  And so it is no surprise that we are a nation obsessed with dieting, diet books, diet foods, and diet fads.  Our quest for weight loss is as unending as it is unsuccessful.

In Forever Young, we will learn how to say goodbye to body fat while maintaining muscle and bone health, two factors that can deteriorate when exposed to certain weight loss programs.  We will also unlock the secret of body fat with something I refer to as nothing short of a ‘metabolic miracle’.

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Like all of my colleagues in dermatology, for years I have recommended that people have no unprotected sun exposure.  This recommendation was made because of the pro-inflammatory, photo-aging and cancer-causing effects of ultra violet light.  And if the skin is the only organ we are concerned with, this is good advice.  However, dermatology, like other sub-specialties, can often fail to see the implications of treating a single organ system at the expense of other vital organs.

We now know that Vitamin D (the sunshine vitamin) is produced on the skin by sunlight.  It is then absorbed and circulated in the blood stream.  Vitamin D is stored mainly in the liver and must be processed (metabolized) by the liver and kidneys before it is converted to the active form.  There are many ways to maintain a healthy level of Vitamin D, ranging from diet to healthy sun exposure.  I’ll be covering these ways in detail in Forever Young.

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This recipe combines two Forever Young foods, garlic and watercress, in a tasty dish perfect to accompany any meal.

Wilted Watercress with Roasted Garlic

Ingredients

• 12 garlic cloves, peeled
• 4 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
• 4 bunches or bags of watercress cut into 3” pieces

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Place garlic on foil, drizzle with 1 Tbsp oil.
3. Wrap garlic in foil, roast until soft, about 20 minutes.
4. Heat remaining 3 Tbsp oil in large pot over medium-high heat.  Add watercress and garlic with oil from foil packet.
5. Sauté until watercress is wilted, about 2 minutes.
6. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Transfer watercress to bowl and serve.

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The vast majority of fruits are rich in anti-inflammatory antioxidants and powerful allies in preventing disease and slowing down the aging process.

Suggested Fruits:

• Apples
• Blueberries
• Blackberries
• Cantaloupe
• Muskmelon
• Cherries
• Grapefruit
• Lemons
• Limes
• Plums

Tip: Choose organic fruits and wash fruits well to remove any possible contaminants.

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There’s a lot of confusion about the difference between high fructose corn syrup and regular sugar (glucose).  When we consume simple sugars such as both sugar (glucose) and high fructose corn syrup, we are causing an immediate pro-inflammatory spike in our blood sugar.  Unlike glucose, however, fructose does not stimulate insulin secretion or enhance leptin production – key hormones that regulate the appetite.  Because insulin and leptin act as signals to the brain for the regulation of food intake and body weight, fructose’s ability to circumvent these mechanisms may contribute to overeating.  This completely upsets the body’s natural balance.

Tip:  Opt for more whole foods, such as fruits, vegetables and legumes instead of processed and packaged foods to help reduce high fructose corn syrup in your diet.

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Extra dark chocolate contains phenylethylamine, a chemical believed to produce the feeling of “being in love.”  We all know how good chocolate makes us feel.  In fact, a study published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine found that women who enjoy a piece of chocolate every day had a more active sex life than those who didn’t.

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We all know wild salmon and other cold water fish (sardines, herring, trout, anchovies) are beneficial to heart health due to their high levels of omega-3 fats.  But, if you want just one food group guaranteed to increase overall health and sexual stamina, then these fish are for you.  Omega-3’s found in these fish are critical to the brain and nervous system.  They will also improve mood, increase sense of well-being, fight depression, give you glowing, radiant skin and improve memory and brain power.

Tip: Don’t just stick to salmon, try a variety of cold water fish to keep your meals interesting.

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Although chia seeds are relatively new to the world food market, they are fast becoming a staple food for ultra marathon runners.  Because of their high soluble fiber content, chia seeds form a hydrophilic colloidal suspension (gel) in water and slowly release their nutrient content and water into the digestive tract for absorption and utilization over extended periods of time.  This provides an even and sustained source of nutrition, hydration, and energy for the body as the gel passes through the digestive tract, an attribute that makes them highly valued as an endurance food.

Tip: Add chia seeds to your diet on days where you are going on a long run or working out for an extended period of time.

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