Aging is part of life’s process,everyone faces it and we
all have to deal with.
If you are older than age 40,you have undoubtedly confronted
some realities of aging.you have probably peeked into a mirror at a face that
has developed a few more wrinkles. You may have noticed that aches and pains
linger a little longer after you exercise or spend time doing house
chores.until adults reach the fourth or fifth decade of life,aging rarely means
much to them.
SIGNS OF AGING.
1.your maximum oxygen consumption decreases.
2.your systolic blood pressure increases as artery walls
thicken and become less flexible.
3.your body redistributes fat.
4.your muscle mass and hand-grip strength decline
5.your brain sustains loss and damage of nerve cells.
6.your bladder loses capacity, leading to more frequent
urination and sometimes incontinence.
7.your kidneys becomes less efficient in removing waste from
your blood stream.
8.your maximum breathing capacity declines.
WAYS TO DELAY SIGNS OF AGING.
1. EXFOLIATE REGULARLY.
The skin naturally exfoliates, or sheds, but speeding up the process enhances radiance and luminosity. Most over-the-counter exfoliants, such as products containing glycolic acid, are gentle enough to be used several times a week.
Use fingertips or soft pads and rub gently—never scrub—in circular motions to avoid injuring skin and causing clogged pores. And beware of products that contain ingredients hard enough to scratch the skin.
Microdermabrasion, a more intense exfoliating procedure, should be done much less often. There are numerous at-home kits that are effective and cost less than a professional treatment, as well as simple recipes that use items found in the typical kitchen.
2. GET A FACIAL REGULARLY.
Once a month may sound extravagant, but one key to the enviable complexions of French women is that weekly facials are common. They consider facials a necessity, not a luxury, because they unclog pores, remove impurities from the skin and add nourishing ingredients that fight the effects of environmental pollutants. Like eye creams, facials are more effective as maintenance, rather than as crisis management.
3. TAKE A MULTIVITAMIN.
Medical research shows that people who take dietary supplements generally do not suffer the same fate or health problems as those who don’t. This has consequences for health in general and the skin and complexion in general. It’s impossible to get all the nutrients your body needs every day through diet alone; the most common form of dietary supplementation is a multivitamin.
Choose those with highest quality ingredients and the highest absorption rates you can find and take them daily as recommended. Many vitamins cost less than a cup of coffee a day and the antioxidant benefit they provide in terms of fighting free radicals (which contribute to visible aging) is worth it.
4. DRINK LOTS OF WATER.
Not only is plenty of fresh water necessary to aid the efficacy of vitamins and supplements, it’s essential for overall health. The body is composed primarily of water. Drinking water helps to flush out waste, allowing internal organs and the rest of the body to function better. Water contributes to skin elasticity, and dry skin tends to be more susceptible to disease.
Tap water is generally fine. If you want to improve its quality, boil or filter it. And remember that you don’t need to over-drink water.
moisturizing creams and lotions are important. They complement each other, water keeps the skin hydrated and moisturizers and lotions keep the hydration locked in.
6. GET REGULAR EXERCISE AND ADEQUATE REST.
Both aid the skin’s natural healing process, and there is no substitute for either. Regular physical activity stimulates blood circulation and oxygenation, which promote healthy skin.
Just as important is adequate rest. Experts say the average person should get at least 5½ hours of uninterrupted sleep, and a nap wouldn’t hurt.
Adequate rest and exercise help maintain circulation and cell metabolism, which keep the skin regenerating, young and harmonious.
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