1.
Be happy
Happiness is a body guard to our body against unwanted
stress. Whenever you are happy, your body dispatches anti ageing metabolism
which revamp our body system. The physical damage caused to your body by stress
has only recently become appreciated by the scientific community.
Always find a way to be happy, fill your life with all those valuable things you love and it gives you joy. Get rid of everything else that stress you or find a way to reduce stress because stress causes your body to look old. Engage in stress relieving activities such as meditation and exercise, and learn how to appreciate joy when you find it. Happiness does a body good.
Always find a way to be happy, fill your life with all those valuable things you love and it gives you joy. Get rid of everything else that stress you or find a way to reduce stress because stress causes your body to look old. Engage in stress relieving activities such as meditation and exercise, and learn how to appreciate joy when you find it. Happiness does a body good.
2.
Eat
vegetables
There is a lot of good
evidence that oxidative damage caused by toxins and metabolism contributes to
the aging process at a cellular level. Foods (but not supplements) high in
antioxidants seem to protect us from oxidative stress.
3.
Avoid
sugar
Sugar is one of the direct causes of aging and
significantly reduces lifespan in organisms from yeast to primates. Either by a
small amount or much.
4. Moisturize The appearance of your skin is largely dependent upon moisture. Always help out your skin by using moisturizers to keep your skin soft and hydrated. Work with a professional to determine what type is best for you.
5. Don’t
raise your eyebrows Credit my mother for teaching me this one, it has been a
lifesaver. As a kid she used to warn me about raising my eyebrows, saying it
would give me wrinkles and I’d regret it. I thought she was crazy, but still
learned to express myself without much forehead crinkling. As a result I have
far fewer forehead lines than some people years younger than me.
6. Sleep
Sleep is on the secret of healthy living, taking enough
night rest after the whole day work. For
me, the most important determinant of how I look (and feel) on a given day is
how much sleep I get. Seven hours is my ideal, but everyone body system is quite
different.
7. Eat fish
Some evidence suggests that the omega-3 fatty acids found in
fish are particularly beneficial to the skin.
8. Wear sunscreen
I love the sun and
spend as much time in it as possible, but I never walk out the door without
sunscreen on my face. UV radiation from the sun damages your skin and promotes
aging.
9. Don’t smoke
Smoking is one of the
easiest ways to look older than you really are and shorten your life at the
same time. Avoid both primary and secondary smoke like the plague. Smoking is
the worst health habit anyone can cultivate.
10. Step out
of your comfort zone
Mental exercise seems to be one of the key elements of
quality aging, but this doesn’t mean you should sit around all day doing
crossword puzzles. Neuroscientist and cognitive aging specialist Dr. Adam Gazzaley
suggests going out of your way to challenge yourself mentally, doing things
like traveling and learning new languages even over the age of 60.
11. Take
vitamin D
Some research suggests that vitamin D may be particularly
important in slowing the aging process. The jury is still out on the value of
vitamin D supplements for aging, but they seem to have enough other benefits
that it’s worth the investment.
12. Eat fruit
Like vegetables, fruits have an enormous amount of antioxidants and help with
hydration. Vitamin C in particular is thought to benefit skin.
13. No
foundation or powder makeup
Generally I avoid
putting any makeup directly onto my skin. I realize I have a very flexible work
environment and this is not possible for every woman, but skipping the makeup
does help maintain your skin’s hydration and elasticity. I do wear makeup
occasionally, maybe once or twice per week. But in general I find that mascara
and lip gloss are enough for most situations.
14. Hydrate
Your skin is very sensitive to water levels. Stay hydrated by sipping water and
eating fruits and vegetables throughout the day.
15. Whiten
teeth
I know this isn’t something you can find at the farmers
market, but when you drink as much coffee and red wine as I do, minor (and admittedly
superficial) fixes like teeth whitening can go a long way. If you don’t believe
me, try and remember the last time you saw a 20-year-old with yellow teeth….
16. Wear
sunglasses
If you’re a happy person (and I know you are), your wrinkles
will most likely be caused by smiling and show up predominantly around your
eyes. Block out extra sun (and look super cool) by always wearing sunglasses
when you go outside.
17. Eat beans
and lentils Legumes are a fabulous source of minerals that can help keep your
skin hydrated and looking young.
18. Tea
Afternoon tea time is one of the greatest discoveries I’ve ever made. Not only
is tea full of antioxidants and other cancer-fighting compounds, a midday break
can be just what the doctor ordered to sip away stress.
19. Cardio
I’m not the biggest believer in cardio exercise for weight
loss, but it is still important for vascular health. Not to mention how awesome
you feel after a good session. Cardio doesn’t need to kill you, but you should
do it regularly.
20. Strength
training Building strong, toned muscles is one of the most effective ways to
look younger than your years. Ask anyone who looks fabulous and they’ll swear
by strength training. A little goes a long way.
21. Eat intact
whole grains Intact grains (not fake “whole” grains that are ground into flour)
are an excellent source of vitamins, minerals and soluble fiber. They are also
perfect fuel for those killer workouts.
22. Olive oil
It is hard to think
of something more versatile, healthy and delicious than olive oil. It breaks my
heart that dietary fat got such a bad rap the past few decades, since the
benefits of healthy fats like olive oil are innumerable. Fat isn’t just “not
bad” for you, it’s essential.
23. Kill your
television
We all have things we enjoy watching (I’m partial to NBA
championship teams), but if it takes up a significant amount of your time each
week (>5 hrs) it may be time to reevaluate. How many years of your life do
you really want to spend on your couch?
24. Don’t
stuff yourself Cutting back on calories is the single most effective way to
slow aging and extend life. I don’t advise starving yourself, but it’s a good
idea to avoid overeating in any situation.
25. Eat nuts
Nuts are the perfect snack food and are filled with
anti-aging fats, vitamins and minerals. They are also great for suppressing
appetite–just don’t eat more than a handful.
26. Avoid
dairy Studies of aging skin have shown that milk and milk products are
associated with acne, which can lead to scaring and age spots.
27. Avoid
processed meats
Processed meats are
associated with many different health problems in humans. No need to get too
hung up on this, but you may not want to eat deli meat every single day if you
want to stay young.
28. No
processed carbohydrates Just like sugar, processed carbohydrates are a direct
cause of aging and disease. I eat these things occasionally, but don’t let it
happen too often.
29. Coconut
oil Fats come in all different shapes and sizes, and I try to incorporate a
good mix of all of them. Medium-chain fatty acids like those found in coconut
oil are starting to be recognized as important by researchers, but the evidence
is limited. Coconut oil is also a healthy source of saturated fat for
vegetarians. I always use coconut oil when cooking Southeast Asian food.
30. Red wine
Red wine has a powerful anti-aging compound in it known as
resveratrol. Though it is unlikely that the dosage of resveratrol in red wine
is high enough to impact lifespan, drinking alcohol in moderation is also
associated with decreased risk of heart disease and other vascular problems.
Cheers!
Do you have any anti-aging secrets?

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