- Stay Youthful - the Latest Trends
- by Harry Caresworth
All of us dread the thought of
old age, especially when it comes to wrinkles, sagging skin and
the like. The good news is that there are ways in which we can
significantly delay the aging process.
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Well, time machine non-withstanding,
science is helping us find the secrets of eternal youth, telling
us how the body can rejuvenate on its own. What better way than
to start with something as natural as the body itself?
What you eat
It's no secret that what you
eat can dramatically improve your health, but what you choose
to put in your mouth can also improve the elasticity and resilience
of your skin.
Food high in water content works
wonders for a youthful skin. As do antioxidants, like vitamins
B, A, C, E, which help fight toxins like chemicals, which attack
and damage skin. A multivitamin, too, goes a long way in giving
you the adequate protection against collagen and skin cell damage
that accelerate aging. |
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Some oils are good for you
Omega fatty acids found in some
edible oils help keep your skin firm and elastic, improve the
health of your hair and protect you from heart disease.
One of the best sources of omega
acids is Flax oil. If you want to double the benefits, sprinkle
some flax seeds on your food as well.
Use sunscreen
The harmful, ultraviolet rays
of the sun are your skin's worst enemy. Before stepping outside,
apply sunscreen to any exposed part of your body. Follow this
regimen religiously and your skin will thank you, especially
later in life.
Water, water and more water
You also want to be drinking
when you're thirsty, and water is certainly best. Not only does
it allow your body to flush away toxins, but it also keep the
skin hydrated and supple.
The drier your skin, the more
likelihood of developing wrinkles or of accentuating existing
ones.
Beauty-shelf
If your diet and sunscreen don't
seem to be helping, try using a face cream containing collagen
and retinol. Both seem to help in reducing fine lines and faint
wrinkles. Copper and Vitamin A creams have also shown positive
results.
It might be a while till the
time machine gets to us. Time may not wait, buy you can always
make the wait seem longer -- keep looking youthful for that much
longer. |
