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Lemon - Because it contains vitamin C, lemon contributes to the production of collagen. Plus, it's rich in antioxidants.

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Pomegranate - This fruit contains strong antioxidants. According to Healthline, it helps prevent damage caused by high sugar levels and also protects the skin from sun damage.

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White beans - This food is rich in iron, a mineral that binds oxygen to red blood cells. In addition, white beans are rich in copper and potassium, Men's Fitness reports.

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Chicken soup - According to Men's Fitness, chicken soup can help you recover more quickly from colds. Some research even suggests that this soup may exert an anti-inflammatory effect on the respiratory system.

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Blueberries - According to Men's Fitness, this fruit is rich in flavonoids. These components are beneficial for short and long term memory.

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Red grapes - The skin of this type of grapes contains resveratrol, an anti-inflammatory substance that helps maintain good skin appearance. According to Men's Fitness, this substance may also help repair skin damage caused by UV radiation.

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Ginger - According to the Journal of Pain, ginger has antioxidants that can help decrease muscular pain after exercise.

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Guava - According to Men's Fitness, a cup of guava has four times more vitamin C than the amount you need in a day.

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Oats - Men's Fitness, mentions a study that found that people who ingested oats 45 minutes before working out performed better than those who ate rice.

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Barley - Men's Fitness points to a study which shows that people on a diet rich in whole grains and limited in refined grains, had about 10% less abdominal fat than people who did not follow this diet.

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Sweet potato - Rich in beta-carotene, it helps to keep the skin soft.

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Tumeric - Widely used as a spice, turmeric helps prevent skin damage caused by aging and sun exposure.

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Peanut butter - It has a high fat content, which is good as a post-workout snack. According to Men's Fitness, post-workout meals should contain carbohydrates and protein, as well as a moderate amount of fat.

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Tomato -

According to Healthline, tomatoes are very beneficial to health, due to their high content of lycopene. This substance helps reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and prostate cancer.

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Spinach - According to Medical Daily, this vegetable is very important for muscles, in addition to being rich in magnesium.

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Celery - Rich in vitamins A, C, and K, celery helps regulate fluid levels and keeps the skin hydrated.

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Cherry juice -

In 2011 the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed that difficulty in sleeping can be linked to diabetes, depression, and heart problems. Cherry juice contains melatonin, a substance that helps increase the quality and duration of sleep.

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Green tea - Rich in antioxidants, it helps protect against free radicals, the unstable molecules that form due to stress, according to Healthline.

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Apple - This fruit contains pectin, a healthy fiber that can help prevent the accumulation of cholesterol in blood vessels. If you eat apples with the skin on, you will get more benefits, as Men's Fitness mentions.

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Kale - It's rich in vitamin K, making it beneficial to our blood, and also helps to keep our bones strong over the years, Men's Fitness reports.

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Lettuce - According to Men's Fitness, lettuce helps against bad breath, which increases as we age.

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Walnuts - These are excellent for making your skin softer as they have a high omega-3 content, which helps the skin produce the amount of oil needed to stay healthy.

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Chocolate milk - According to a study byT he University of Texas, a glass of chocolate milk with a low fat content is a great post-workout drink.

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Onions -

It's good for the stomach as it can counteract the growth of H. pylori bacteria, which is associated with ulcers, gastritis, and gastric cancer, Men's Fitness reports.

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Broccoli - According to Men's Fitness, this vegetable contains nutrients that help fight inflammation, which can help in the prevention of lung and stomach cancer.

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Black beans - Black beans may help in the prevention of colon and prostate cancer. They help to accelerate the process of cleaning up the waste that builds up in the intestines, thereby eliminating potential carcinogens, says Men's Fitness.

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Coconut oil -

It's rich in vitamin E, which helps fight free radicals. When applied to the skin, it may delay its aging.

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Flaxseed - It's rich in omega-3, which contributes to healthy-looking skin and also fights inflammation, Men's Fitness reports.

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Hard cheese -

According to Men's Fitness, hard cheese is an excellent source of calcium when compared to other cheese varieties.

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