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Avocado

Avocados are high in vitamin E and a rich source of skin-protective antioxidants, essential for glowing skin and shiny hair. These wonder fruits also have a high folate content, which is important for skin cell regeneration and will give skin a more youthful complexion.

Blueberries

The rich vitamin C content in Blueberries aids blood circulation and provides minerals and salts which help the body to fight the ageing process. Also high in potassium, found in all fruit and veg, fluid balance in cells is regulated, so combating puffiness and fluid retention.

Broccoli

Steaming broccoli is the best way to hold onto all the great nutrients that this vegetable contains. A high source of fibre not only does broccoli help keep body weight low but with vitamin C and beta-carotene, it helps prevent and fight heart disease.

Cinnamon

Cinnamon is a known tonic and stimulant that warms the whole system and helps to combat fatigue. Sprinkle a little on your cereal at breakfast to get your daily intake.

Dark Chocolate

Yipee!! It's the dark secret that we are allowed to indulge in, provided it's made with at least 70% cocoa. Full of protein and B vitamins, small doses of this treat will help burn fat and improve your skin and hair.

Hemp Oil

Ideal for salad dressings, mayonnaise and dips, hemp oil has been dubbed as 'nature's perfect food for humanity' owing to its hugely rich source of essential amino and fatty acids. Also high in vitamin E, a great antioxidant, body care products that contain this miracle oil can help slow down the effects of skin ageing.

Jerusalem Artichoke

The Jerusalem Artichoke is a much-underrated vegetable. Despite its reputation for fermenting and causing occasional wind (!) it is a rich source of potassium, which keeps the heart healthy.

Kidney Beans

Pulses, and in particular, kidney beans are packed with fibre, potassium and zinc which all help to reduce cholesterol and protect against heart disease. But their big winner is protein: weight for weight dried beans contain as much protein as fillet steak, but have more health benefits.

Red Cabbage

The wrinkle busting Purple Foods Diet is currently taking the US by storm and the reason? Purple-coloured foods are the best source of antioxidants to help ward off wrinkles.

Red Wine

Not only is red wine packed full of natural antioxidants which protect against heart disease, the skin of red grapes curbs the effects of ageing with its anti-inflammatory compound, resveratrol - also present in blueberries, cranberries and peanuts.