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How to live to 100

Blueberries

Antioxidants are substances which prevent the harmful effects of free radicals. Free radicals are not some crazy political group trying to release extremists from prison; these small and highly reactive particles are blamed for many of the dysfunctions associated with aging, and they try to stabilise themselves by attacking the membranes around cells. Antioxidants are the clever things which prevent the free radicals damaging the body.

Sweet and Sour Citrus

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Yum, yum, yum. There’s nothing like a sweet juicy orange, or a tangy grapefruit to start the day. If you love citrus you’ll be pleased to hear it’s easy to get them for free! How? Grow your own citrus trees in your own backyard.