Ageing is a natural process, the impact and speed of which is determined at the DNA stage. Each of us has 46 strands of DNA in each of our cells coiled into chromosomes with a ‘cap’ at the end of the DNA strand, called telomere. And as we age, these telomeres are shortened.
Many factors can cause a shortening of the telomeres like a poor diet, excessive consumption of meat, white sugar or deep fried foods, exposure to toxins etc. However, research shows that a whole food and plant-based diet can significantly slow down ageing. Here’s how...
(The author is a nutrition expert, Curefit)
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