Archive for February, 2012

Aging occurs gradually over time. So too do some of the negative consequences that go hand in hand with the process. This, however, is a good thing. It allows time for us to make adjustments in our life that will better equip us for dealing with those changes. Take the time now and consider the following suggestions that will make your life easier.

If you want to keep aging at bay, work on your health! Ask your doctor what you could be doing to be in better condition, from adding more moderate exercise to your schedule to reducing your sodium or refined sugar intake. No one can help your health more than you, so take action.

In order to look and feel young, doing some strength training every other day is a key. People who have toned, strong muscles always look younger than their years. Not much is necessary in order to see the benefits of strength training, just twenty minutes every other day can lead to a toned and more youthful appearance.

Water is essential to the aging body. Staying hydrated becomes more and more important as you get older. Trying to target eight glasses of water throughout the day is the best plan. This will keep your skin hydrated, help deliver nutrients throughout the body and flush harmful toxins from your system.

Vitamin B, when applied topically, helps to trap moisture in your skin and keep it hydrated. Moist skin wrinkles less and tends to become less flaky. Taking vitamin B by mouth also helps with healthy skin, hair and nails from the inside out.

Drink eight or more glasses of water every single day. Water does a lot of things that help your body combat the signs of aging. It makes your skin look healthier, it removes toxins from your system and it brings important nutrients to the cells in your body. Make sure you have enough water in your diet, you will feel better for it.

A critical factor to prevent aging and increase lifespan is to not smoke. Smoking destroys the body and speeds up the aging process. Smoking is the easiest way to look older and shorten your lifespan at the same time. It causes disease, ages the skin, and is overall one of the main preventable killers known to man.

It’s especially important for the elderly to wear sun block when they will be in the sun for extended periods of time to prevent skin damage. A health food store is an excellent place to look for all-natural sun block. It’s never too late to start protecting the skin, and don’t forget about the hands!

By accepting the fact that we are aging and that certain changes will accompany the aging process, we can better prepare for those changes. The tips outlined above should help us on our way to doing just that. Whether we need to establish certain habits or make changes in our living situation, the time to do it is now.