In your opinion what does it mean to be good in bed?

Okay, every answer so far is giving you good advice... on how to become good in bed. But they're not answering the question. Lots of people who are enthusiastic and caring and willing to learn are terrible in bed, simply because they don't have enough experience yet, or they have poor body awareness, rhythm, etc.
so whats your answer to the actual question: Being good in bed?

from me the answer is split into two important factors
First, you need to be able to read your partner. This comes naturally with time (which is why sex often gets better as two people become comfortable each with other.) But some people also have a natural talent for it. Empathy helps.
The second is being able to do something about it. This is about skill, fitness, a sense of rhythm, and a bit of imagination. This can also improve with practice.
so Basically, being good in bed means being able to sense and direct the "flow" of sex in a way that feels natural and right. It has a lot of parallels with dancing, and quite a lot of the skills carry over!

some answers i got when carrying out my research include:
Balance between caring about your partner and caring about yourself. Openness to hear how you suck without getting hurt feelings. Taking suggestions without being resentful. Willingness to at least try new stuff. Keeping yourself fit and in shape. Being just generally open-minded. That's all stuff you can control.
Then there is genital compatibility and that's just luck of the draw between you and your partner.
Willingness to learn and communicate.
Wanting to please your partner. Knowing your own needs and how to express them. Attraction.
Natural chemistry.
If you're a guy all you need is lots of money and if you're a girl all you need is a vagina.

Be considerate, don't just think of yourself and your own pleasure. Communication pre sex. Have fun

Who is more at risk from sexual temptation? men or women

Sexual Temptation.This is just one of THOSE topics. We dont talk about it enough and when we do talk about it, men typically dont leave this conversation feeling empowered or encouraged.

More like Guilt It’s like this awkward place no one wants to go…this box where we both
(a) somehow assume it is a male problem and
(b) somehow believe that Godly Christian men should be allergic to sexual temptation, and the ones who feel tempted are obviously not Christian enough.

That's like saying that simply because a woman is Christian, she shouldn’t be emotionally responsive to compliments about how beautiful she is, to chivalry, good manners or being pursued. Different conversation for another day :o)

Before I get in though, here are a few important foundational things to keep in mind as you read this:

A) The issue of sexual temptation is not a “male” problem or issue. It is a Human problem
Women have sexual desires too and its not all pure.
When we talk about sexual temptation, its impossible not to feel this undertone in the air that somehow, succumbing to sexual temptation or cheating is a problem of men and by men.
Here is the truth that is always refreshing for men to hear once in a while: Being a man is not the problem. You are not the problem.
It turns out that in many societies (Like the U.S where women’s lives are less dictated by culture and stigma than the rest of the world, women cheat almost as much as men. Current stats are around 60Men:40Women. Yea..35-45% of married women will cheat on their husbands or boyfriends…and the numbers are equalizing fast. So this is not an entirely “male” problem.

B) This is not an story against women either…as though women are a “problem”.
In other words, just because men are not the problem, doesnt mean women are.
These are just thought processes that good men can flood their minds with quickly to defend against moments of temptation. These are “eject button” thought processes. Places men can quickly go to aggressively eject themselves from a tempting situation.

C)  Notice I didnt title this “How men can “avoid” sexual temptation” or “How men can ensure they never get sexually tempted”.
Thats because I think that while a man can do his best not to put himself in vulnerable situations, it is quite possible (even as a Christian man) to find himself around a woman that doesnt share those values or in tempting situations that arrive without warning.
What I am attempting to do here is to offer practical advice on how to handle the very moment you realize you are IN temptation…where you are FEELING tempted. What I am trying to offer men here are different thought processes they can use to reduce their feeling of temptation or escape one that is escalating.

D) Heads up – This story will be totally useless for men who DONT want to refrain from sexual temptation or who DONT think that its a noble thing to pursue high personal or spiritual standards about sex
Now that said, where are some places men can go within themselves…some thought processes they can bring to the surface of their minds to help get through a moment of sexual temptation:

1) Look at women in whole (in context) not in part:
They say that we men are very visual…and that is often true.  What we men need to quickly remember in moments of temptation is that: WHAT we are looking at is not always WHO we are looking at. With women, what you see in NOT always what you get. In order to reduce the chance of falling too deep into that moment of temptation, just quickly remind yourself that women are more than what they physically present. There is a whole person behind what is being presented, and you may not like what is behind the curtain. (character, attitude towards life, world view, insecurities) and a host of other things that would immediately start making her look and feel less and less attractive to you..This is not about walking around thinking about how possibly terrible women are just to “protect yourself from temptation” or for any reason at all. No. This is just about being able to pull the eject cord from your cockpit (No pun intended) in a moment of thought or action that you may regret.

2) Don’t deny a woman’s beauty, Admit, Compartmentalize and Invest:
This is especially for good men in committed relationships or marriages.
When you see an attractive woman, I know most men usually feel this instant feeling of guilt or knee jerk reaction to either deny how attractive that woman is or to say something cute like telling himself that she is not as beautiful as his wife and stuff like that. Thats very cute and noble. The problem with that is that it cant be used successfully ALL the time….WHY? Because it IS possible to meet a woman who you consider more “physically” attractive (for example) than your wife or current lady. When that happens and as a defense mechanism (and because you’re trying to be a good man,) you go to the politically correct thought of “She is not really THAT pretty” or “she is not as attractive as my lady”, a big part of your mind may call your bluff and say “eeerrrrrrmmm who are you fooling. Based on your own standards, YES SHE IS” Then you’ll start having this weird feeling inside…and youll start having this internal battle where on one hand you dont want to sound like a cheater or disrespectful to your wife or lady, but on the other hand youre looking at this woman who is obviously pleasing to your eye or tempting for whatever reason. If you admit this woman is attractive, you feel dirty. If you say she isn’t… that she is just a fiction of your imagination, both your left and right brain call you a liar. So what do you do? Here is an alternative that can be great if you use it with maturity: Instead of telling yourself that woman is not pretty or that she is not THAT attractive or that she is not as attractive as your lady, and getting into this comparison conversation (which is unhealthy in the first place), you can

a) Admit and compartmentalize her attractiveness:
One way to spin that is to say “Sure she IS pretty/attractive…but thats all I know about her and this attractiveness is only a small part of who she is. Another way to spin this is to admit that sure she may be pretty or more “physically” attractive than your lady, but that physical attractiveness is not the most important thing to YOU about your lady and that your lady beats out every other woman in an overall comparison of those things that matter to you. (Like putting up with me, raising my children, holding our home together, staying prayed up, and being my partner or whatever you come up with). Its like you put the attractiveness you see, into a small box and leave it there.

b) Figure out what you like about how this woman presents herself and work IMMEDIATELY to invest that same thing in your woman:
See a woman wearing a dress you like, buy it for your woman. Like a hairstyle, come home with screenshots of your google research of that hairstyle and salon money. Try it. See a dress you like on another woman, and buy it for your wife…and tell her that you saw that dress on another woman and you thought she (your lady) would look great in it or even better. Most women will not be upset. Result: The very thing that was meant to drive you apart brought you together.

Of course its all about how you present it. Be sensitive to her insecurities and her concerns and don’t do it expecting her to just change herself completely to become someone else. That said, its very ok to share with her and tell her what you like. Many women may miss this at first and get the knee jerk reaction of “offence”, but the transparency of a husband telling his wife that he saw the dress on someone else or the bag on someone else and it looked great on that person, is a great thing. Its what actually keeps things clean in his heart and mind. Ladies…him going the extra step of actually buying the item is actually (if women can just emotionally pause for a second) quite noble. He didn’t see a nice dress on another lady and come home suddenly talking about how he doesn’t like your dresses, he actually went and bought it as a gift and was honest enough to say why. Most women will not understand how good that is. EVEN IF YOU DON’T LIKE THE DRESS OR THE REASON, at least appreciate HOW he handled the moment…. he brought it to you! he didn’t run off in his mind with that lady, he didn’t start secretly resenting you that you don’t wear what he likes… he didn’t go chasing the strange woman because of her dress….he bought that dress and gave it to you. Nuff said.

3) Do not EVER hold back in explaining to your sexual needs to your wife:
Men typically shy away from this because somehow when they ask for “more” sexually, men feel like they are asking for too much, men feel like they are being too needy, and men feel like he should just be happy he is getting some.
This couldnt be farther from the truth.
Do not be shy about having conversations with your wife about what will make you happy sexually. Women arent shy about asking for what they want emotionally or in other areas of the relationship.
In fact, if men dont meet those needs, there wouldnt even BE a relationship. Yea…thats how serious women are about having their needs met. As a married man, better to sound needy or weak or like youre asking for too much, and talk to your wife about your needs, than to be out there vulnerable to temptation.
Now…before i move on to the next few points, its important to mention that when good men do these points above, it requires a mature, emotionally grounded and level headed woman to handle these things well. The work is by no means just on the man to “manage HIS sexual temptations”. Yes…even the management of sexual temptation is a partnership.

4) Do Math:
Thats not a typo. Try it. Next time you are in a moment of sexual temptation that you want to end, give yourself like 30 seconds of somewhat difficult math to do in your head (no writing or tools).
Like literally just stand there and in your head, work through random continuous calculations you give yourself:
100-17(answer) -7 (answer) + 23 (answer) – 14 (answer) x 0.5 (answer) + 11 (answer) x 2(answer) ….and see how quickly the blood rushes back UPWARDS.
It is very hard…nearly impossible to remain in a moment sexual temptation when you are really mentally engaged in solving a challenging problem.

5) Remind yourself that YOU are giving IT up too:
When we say “give it up” regarding sex, who is society typically referring to? The woman. As though women are the only ones that give “something” up…as though the woman is the only one with a valuable “IT” to give up. Well thats not true…and more men need to be raised knowing that. The more a man thinks that the woman is the only one that has something of value to give up, the harder it will be for him to resist temptation.
This is going to sound a bit nuts but…The reason why many men fall into compromising situations is that men tend to have low sexual self-esteem.
In other words, men tend to be conditioned to think that what they have to offer sexually is worth little value to women and that women are the ones with something to offer.
Men spend so much of their relational lives being the ones in pursuit and going through “relationship interviews” that many are just thrown off when a woman shows “that” type of sexual interest in him.
I think that things change a bit when men realize that they too have an IT that they are giving up. Now this may sound all lofty at this point and I dont know how each man will define his own IT, but I do know that the more men believe they too are giving “IT” up, the easier it becomes to manage sexual temptation.
Joseph in the Bible had an “IT” that he didn’t want to give up. Try and find yours.

6) Remember that even though women seem to have more at stake physically and emotionally when it comes to sex outside marriage, men have more at stake spiritually:
Think for example of David and Bathsheba in the Bible and their resulting “sentencing” if you will. Of course Bathsheba shared the pain with David of losing their child but David got a lot more heat from God. God went after him hhhaaarrrrdd.
His punishment was – (2 Sam 12:10-12) Now, therefore, the sword will never depart from your house, because you despised me and took the wife of Uriah the Hittite to be your own.’  “This is what the Lord says: ‘Out of your own household I am going to bring calamity on you. Before your very eyes I will take your wives and give them to one who is close to you, and he will sleep with your wives in broad daylight. You did it in secret, but I will do this thing in broad daylight before all Israel.”
Yea his sons basically killed each other and all those other things happened.
God does not play with us men when it comes to sexual sin.
I am still thinking on why…but throughout the Bible form Abraham to Joseph, Samson, to David, etc, God either seriously honors men who dont give in to sexual temptation it or goes hard after men who do.

7) Fight masturbation:
This is especially important if you are an unmarried man. If you cant control sexual desires with yourself, you wont be able to resist it with another person.
If you have an issue with masturbation, it might be very difficult to escape sexual temptation. If you cant curb the need to masturbate at least most of the time, it will be difficult to beat off moments of sexual temptation.

8) Practice NOT looking:
Quite often, its hard not to see, but you can practice not to look. Once you see something or someone on your radar that can cause you to mentally go to places you shouldn’t, prayerfully practice not looking. I think it helps when you just play that game in your head where you constantly try to outdo yourself in not giving attention to those things or situations that make you feel tempted and then celebrate your wins. Over time, as simple as that sounds, it helps to build confidence in yourself that you have the capacity to show restraint.

9) Decide before the opportunity:
John Maxwell said something that has stuck with me. “You cannot  manage a decision you have not made.” Now…this may sound so cliche but as a man, have you actually made a decision on sexual temptation?. Like… have you ever sat down to articulate your belief system and decision when it comes to sexual temptation? What line will you NOT cross? If you havent, it will be difficult to manage it if/when the opportunity comes your way.
So…what are your decisions about sexual temptation?

10) Pray about it:
As basic or unpractical that may sound, the truth is that its very hard to go from a meaningful session of prayer right into sexual temptation.” Stay with me here. Any time you feel it rising, go into meaningful prayer in that very moment and that will help a ton.
In fact…for unmarried couples who are trying to stay pure during courtship, praying at the very beginning of your “hang out” helps A TON. I think prayer (meaningful prayer) helps because you get to articulate exactly what you are feeling and get it “off your chest” to a God that does not judge you but understands exactly what you are feeling and appreciates it when you honor him by doing something different than what you feel, for his sake.

11) Know when its strife talking:
Married men NEED to hear this. When you are angry/upset with your wife, you are very vulnerable and susceptible to temptation. So you must be very careful how you mentally, emotionally and spiritually manage conflict in your home. Other wise, the conflict will not only drive you apart, it will drive you away into situations you wouldn’t  think you’d be in.
I may not have all the answers and heck half of these may not apply to you but I know its one of those topics we don’t talk much about in a practical way so I wanted to offer some practical thoughts on it. I hope it helps someone. All of us are on a journey and no one is perfect. We just have to continue to do our best and do the things that will set us up for success as men and as husbands.

examples of fertility rituals

With the wide number of cultures, symbols, and centuries of practice, specific examples of fertility rituals can help answer the question of what they are.

Praying to become pregnant is an example of a common practice that many couples use. Though less elaborate as other rituals, praying requests for help and guidance from a higher power can accompany mainstream medicine.

Other examples of fertility rituals include:
• The maypole dance (symbolic of the male and female, represented by the ribbons, contribution to creating life).
• Kissing under the mistletoe.
• Painting eggs.
• Cantonese funerals, in which the daughter-in-law of the deceased wear green around their waists and rub their abdomens on the coffins.
• Native American rain dance.
• Animal sacrifice.
• Harvest charms.

Effectiveness of Fertility Rituals

Are fertility rituals effective?

Mainstream medicine does not support the idea of using spells and ceremonies as a way to treat infertility. It isn't likely, according to science, that such practice would improve the chances of becoming pregnant.

As with any practice that could affect your health, it is important to talk to your doctor about fertility rituals that you plan to use, especially if you are using them as an augmentation for infertility treatments or if you plan to use herbal supplements.

The practices may have little effect and they may be as reliable as gender prediction strategies, like the baby gender pencil test. If nothing else, the practices can have a calming effect, which can help improve the chances of conception, in some cases.

Kana paine hama kana shamwari dzanetsekana nenyaya yekutadza kubata mimba, chimbozamai marecipe andanyanyora awa. Ndaona ma testimonies akawanda erecipe yemabanana.

BANANA RECIPE
2 eggs
2 bananas
1 tsp soda
1 cup milk
mix all together and drink just after monthly periods
U drink this once in the morning before you eat anything
(Pliz ndapota don't cook, chingodya zvakasangana kudaro/ mix it up and eat)
Or u try recipe yemu avocado (but I recommend you to try banana recipe first)
soak avocado bark drink during your period days only

who is more romantic? men or women

I'm not talking hearts-and-flowers superficial, outward signs of romantic feeling. I mean when they genuinely love who falls hardest? Why do you think that is? I know everyone is different. I'm not looking for the "truth" about men or women, just your different perceptions or experiences. Could it be that men are really the hopeless romantics? This may seem hard to believe, as we see magazine stands filled with bridal magazines, and shelves of romantic movies and novels marketed to women. But research suggests that the male attitude toward love is actually more romantic.Romanticism, as defined by social psychologists, is an outlook on relationships that love should be the most important criterion in choosing a mate. People with a highly romantic view of love believe that their love will be perfect and that each of us has one true love.

So let’s start with how men and women score on the most well-known measure of romanticism, the Romantic Beliefs Scale.

 This questionnaire asks people to rate the extent to which they agree with statements like, “There will only be one real love for me," “If I love someone, I know I can make the relationship work, despite any obstacles," and, "The person I love will make a perfect romantic partner; he/she will be completely accepting, loving, and understanding.”

The researchers who developed the scale have found that, on average, men outscore women.
You can practically hear the items from the Romantic Beliefs Scale coming out of the mouth of Ted Mosby, the main character of How I Met Your Mother, who spent years searching for his soul mate. His romanticized view of love is not surprising for a show, created by men, that follows one man’s quest to find love.
(A separate study found no gender differences in romantic beliefs among Americans, but no study to date has shown women to be more romantic.)
Other research on gender differences in romantic beliefs has found that men report being more likely to experience “love at first sight” —one recent survey of 100,000 adults found that 48 percent of men claimed to have fallen in love at first sight, while only 28 percent of women made such a romantic claim.5 In addition, men, compared to women, tended to place a greater emphasis on the importance of feeling passion in their relationships.

 Men have also been found more likely to say “I love you” first in a relationship—and they report greater happiness than women after hearing those words for the first time.
To make sense of these apparently counterintuitive gender differences, we can turn to evolutionary psychology. Women tend to be more pragmatic when seeking a mate.8 That is, they are more likely to feel that love should develop slowly, and to be cautious before jumping into a relationship—a less romantic attitude. According to evolutionary theory, women must be more selective when choosing mates because, by biological necessity, they must invest more as parents.

Clearly men have at least the biological potential to have many, many more children than women, as women must spend nine months carrying a baby and men need only devote a few minutes of their time to become fathers.
Thus, a “love at first sight” attitude could lead women to jump into relationships with less than optimal mates, and miss out on better mating opportunities that could increase their chances of having healthy offspring. The risks are much lower for men who can more casually jump into relationships including casual encounters, each of which could potentially lead to additional offspring.
This means that a more cautious, less romantic approach to love is more adaptive for women than it is for men—and that women in our ancestral past who took the careful approach to love were more successful in passing along their genes, and thus their behavioral tendencies, to future generations.


Another explanation for these differences focuses on social factors: It’s not just that men can afford to be less picky because of their limited parental investment, but rather because they have greater economic freedom.2 When women are in a position of lower status economically—a condition rapidly changing in the United States and elsewhere—they need to be practical in their mate choice and might favor someone with status and resources, rather than giving in to love at first sight.
But whether the reasons for this gender disparity in romantic attitudes are evolutionary or social, current research clearly dispels the misconception that men aren’t romantic. Maybe all those boyfriends and husbands being dragged to romantic comedies are enjoying them more than they’d like to admit.




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Multiple Orgasms

All's not fair in love and sex — at least when it comes to orgasms in the bedroom. Although women generally need more time to become sexually aroused than men, they possess a special advantage — multiple orgasms. Men can't enjoy multiples because their bodies need a “refractory period” to recover from orgasm, but the multi-orgasmic woman possesses the power to enjoy double o's or more, without limitations.

Only a third of women experience orgasm regularly during intercourse, while another third need extra stimulation to reach orgasm with intercourse. It is normal to have orgasms by means other than intercourse, like foreplay, specifically oral sex. Meanwhile, studies show women need a mere one or two minutes, on average, to reach their second climax, also known as a multiple orgasm, according to Catherine Blacklege, author of The Story of V: A Natural History of Female Sexuality. The most female orgasms observed was an impressive 134 in just 60 minutes.

Multiple orgasms occur when a woman has more than one orgasm during a sexual experience with either her partner, or while she's self-stimulating. They don't always occur in succession, but with continued stimulation and arousal, they can have a second and a third go with little effort.
The trick is to not overstimulate the clitoris, which is easy to do since it has over 8,000 sensitive nerve endings, double the nerve endings in the glans of a penis.

“Sometimes you may need an erogenous area rest, as it might be overly sensitive to stimulation, but then increase arousal again,” Dr. Fran Walfish, Beverly Hills psychotherapist, author of The Self-Aware Parent and co-star on WEtv, Sex Box, previously told Medical Daily.
Previous research shows that only 15 percent of women have actually succeeded in having double o’s. However, there's not a lot of data on multiple orgasms, which makes it difficult to study. Research published in Archives of Sexual Behavior found that out of 800 women, 26 percent achieved multiple orgasms through self-stimulation, and 25 percent via intercourse.

So, how can you become a multi-orgasmic woman?

Walfish suggests practicing this by having the guy help you reach your first clitoral climax using his hands, mouth, or a vibrator, and then he should continue to stimulate your clitoral area in a slower way for 30 seconds, and resume at a normal pace to get to the second level of arousal. An orgasm can range anywhere from fireworks to the flicker of a candle; all contingent on how strong the pelvic contraction is and how long it lasts.

Women who lack the ability to orgasm should talk to their doctor. This could be physical or psychological and includes not being stimulated sufficiently, worrying about sexual performance, or problems with physical health, among other reasons. About two-thirds of women report sexual problems, with orgasm being the biggest issue for those in their teens and 20s.

Remember, multiple orgasms can become part of your bedroom repertoire for healthy women.

Top 10 Anti-Aging FoodsHappy Dieter

Get ready to turn back the clock in 2018, by adding the following 10 anti-aging super foods into your diet.

1. Blueberries
Blueberries are one of the healthiest fruits you can eat to fight aging. With the highest concentration of antioxidants of all berries, blueberries help combat both the physical and mental effects of aging. They contain anthocyanins, which research has shown to help improve memory, even slowing the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. Blueberries are also a great food to help fight inflammation, which leads to a number of diseases and contributes to skin aging. Blueberries are great to eat as a snack. You can also add them to cereal, oatmeal, or yogurt. Try incorporating half a cup of blueberries into your diet a few times a week.

2. Sweet Potatoes, Pumpkin, and Carrots
Sweet potatoes, pumpkin, and carrots all contain beta-carotene, which gives them their orange coloring and provide a number of healthy aging benefits. Beta-carotene contributes to healthy skin and eyes. It also helps reduce the risk of a number of diseases, including cancer, heart disease, and osteoporosis. Beta-carotene helps protect your skin from sun damage and signs of aging by preventing the breakdown of collagen in the skin. These orange vegetables also contain high amounts of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, which help you maintain a healthy immune system. While these foods are usually associated with cold-weather meals, try incorporating them into your diet year-round to see their anti-aging benefits.

3. Tomatoes
Often a staple in many diets, the tomato is actually an anti-aging powerhouse. Tomatoes contain large amounts of the antioxidant compound lycopene, which contributes to heart health and can help ward off diseases such as cancer. Lycopene also helps protect the skin against sun damage and prevents wrinkles by preventing the breakdown of collagen in the skin. While tomatoes are hugely beneficial to aging on their own, cooking this vegetable helps to release more lycopene and sundried tomatoes contain the highest amount of this potent antioxidant. By regularly adding tomatoes to your sandwiches, salads, or enjoying them on their own, you will begin to see the anti-aging results.

4. Avocado
Avocados are chock-full of anti-aging components. They contain high levels of Vitamin E, which is what helps you achieve perfect glowing skin and healthy hair. Avocados have alkalizing components, meaning that they help balance the pH levels of your body, creating an internal balance which helps prevent disease and make you look younger. This food also contains monounsaturated fatty acids, which experts call “good fat.” Monounsaturated fatty acids are great for heart health and help you absorb other nutrients. This means that when combined with tomato salsa or another recipe containing anti-aging super foods, your body is better able to absorb all of the age-fighting nutrients.

5. Leafy Greens
Leafy greens such as spinach and kale have been all the rage lately, and for good reason. These vegetables contain lutein and zeaxanthin, which help prevent eyesight deterioration as you age. Phytonutrients nutrients also help prevent your body from free radical damage. And according to a recent student, you can reduce your risk of heart disease by 11 percent for each daily serving that you eat. In addition to these internal health benefits, leafy greens help maintain glowing, youthful looking skin and ward off shorter-term illnesses such as colds. You can be sure to get enough greens by adding them to salads, sandwiches, or even smoothies.

6. Broccoli
Broccoli is another vegetable, which can help fight physical signs of aging. Rich in Vitamin C, Broccoli helps prevent wrinkles by synthesizing collagen to create smooth, firm skin. Broccoli has also been linked to preventing age-related skin dryness. Sulforaphane in broccoli helps to rid your body of dangerous toxins by increasing the production of enzymes. Broccoli also contains lignans, which help prevent cancer and heart disease, as well as warding off cognitive degeneration. Try incorporating steamed broccoli into your diet as a lunch or dinner side, or add it to a salad.

7. Salmon and Tuna
Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, salmon and tuna are great foods for staying youthful and healthy as you age.
Eicosapentaenoic acid, or EPA, is one of the omega-3 fatty acids contained in these fish and has been shown to help keep skin firm by preventing the breakdown of collagen and reducing inflammation. This anti-inflammatory characteristic also helps prevent the formation of skin cancer. Omega-3 fatty acids are also key for heart health and the prevention of age-related heart disease. The American Heart Association recommends two serving of fish per week to keep your heart healthy. Because of their low concentrations of mercury, salmon and tuna are great options to reap the benefits of fish consumption. Eat them as a main or add them to a salad to get your twice-weekly serving.

8. Olive oil
While not a food onto itself, per say, olive oil is a key ingredient in many recipes, dressings, and dips, and has huge amount of anti-aging properties. Hailed as an item of luxury in ancient Greece and Rome, olive oil helps maintain youthful glowing skin and hair. Olive oil contains monounsaturated fats, which promote healthy hearts and reduce the risk of cancer. Recent studies have also shown that olive oil contains a lot of antioxidants, which help low the internal and external signs of aging. Try using olive oil as your main cooking oil or using it to dip bread in as an appetizer before dinner.

9. Cucumbers
Cucumbers are a great anti-aging food for those with joint and bone issues. Cucumbers contain high amounts of water and silica, which help to lubricate joints and increase the effectiveness of the connective tissues in your body. The hydrating characteristic is also great to promote youthful looking skin and prevent wrinkles. As a low-calorie vegetable, cucumbers are easy to incorporate int your diet. Try adding them to a salad or wrap. They are also great as a snack when combined with hummus or a non-fat vegetable dip.

10. Watermelon
Few people know how healthy watermelon is for the body. In fact, watermelon is packed with antioxidants and can help you look and feel younger. One particular antioxidant contained in watermelon is citrulline, which helps to rid the body of dangerous toxins, boost metabolism, and keep your immune system healthy. The outside rind of the watermelon contains Vitamins A, B, and C, while the seeds contain Vitamin E and zinc. The inside of the watermelon, which is what we normally consume, is extremely porous and filled with water, helping our bodies to stay hydrated. Try using a food processor to combine the seeds and rind into a watermelon juice or smoothie to reap more of the benefits of this super food.