Category: Anti Aging

Aging Gracefully

In the times we are living in, aging seems to be a dirty word. Something that you must ward off for as long as you possibly can. No matter how forward weve become in our thinking many men and women still see aging as a threat to their quality of life and their sense of self-worth. People are expected to have a mid-life crisis and often seniors mourn as they get older instead of enjoying what is supposedly their golden years. There are multi-million dollar industries built on the attempt to stay young everything from plastic surgeons giving face lifts to a new skin cream guaranteed to take 10 years off your looks.

There is a place for these things of course, and its important to care about how you look, but if you view the aging process with so much anxiety it gets your heart to racing, Id ask you to take a deep breath, relax, and rethink your perspective on aging.

Ive always been told that with age comes experience and wisdom so what if we looked at the aging process in terms of us aging like a good wine instead of getting worse? Many eastern cultures revere their elders for their wisdom and knowledge. How we see things, our attitudes and beliefs could have a profound effect on how gracefully we age.

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Aging Gracefully in a Youth Obsessed Society

To age “gracefully” in a culture which idolizes youth is not an easy thing to do. It requires inner strength and wisdom. It also requires a great deal of self-confidence and being comfortable in your own skin.
I think we’ll find that we can do away with some myths about aging which limit our quality of life, and also discover some of the “perks” of aging that we often ignore.

Being vibrant in “later life” is not just for the famous. Undoubtedly everyone knows at least one person who is living a full, rewarding life “despite” their age. This is really the way it should be – life should get better as we age.

What I’ve discovered is that there are two “basic steps” to aging gracefully. To borrow from the “Serenity Prayer,” graceful aging requires the “serenity to accept the things we cannot change; courage to change the things we can; and wisdom to know the difference.” Of course acceptance of aging is a key to aging gracefully – but which of the changes that commonly come with age are the “things we cannot change” and which are the “things we can change?”

Things You Can Change and Things You Cannot Change

These two major requirements of successful aging – accepting the aging process and changing the things we do have the ability to change — may seem to contradict each other.

Sometimes success in life involves the ability embrace the paradox that when we accept life at it is at the moment, it opens a door for positive change somewhere else. A common example of this is the couple who finally “get pregnant” when they’ve given up and decide to adopt a child.
The bottom line is to have the ability to relax with whatever challenges may come our way and that includes the changes aging brings. When we are relaxed, we are open to seeing things in different ways.

We are no longer in the “fight or flight” mode that causes us to act impulsively, and we then have the ability to reflect. Instead of running out to buy every new anti-aging product, we can spend some time looking at our fears and learning whether they are based in reality or on some “societal expectations” that we’d be better off ignoring.

It’s a fact that attitude has an enormous role in how we age. Much of the decline that people experience with aging comes about due to the belief that decline in function and quality of life is part and parcel of aging.
Of course, many of the problems of age are not due to the process of aging itself, but rather due to the effects of a lifetime of stress and poor health habits. Proper diet, exercise and social support are all just as important as your mental health. Getting the proper nutrients and antioxidants can literally eliminate your risk of getting some of todays top health threats such as heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes. So one of the things you can change is giving yourself some extra insurance by making sure you are getting the proper antioxidants and nutrients to help your body help itself.

I bet you’re frustrated over deciding which anti-aging nutritional supplement is best. As a consumer in the dietary supplements industry, you face so many choices. And you also face conflicting information—one supplement company may tell you one thing, while another will tell you something completely different.

So how can you pick the right product?

Well, if your desire is to slow aging, you need to focus on the most powerful antioxidants. Antioxidants stop free radicals from damaging cells and impairing the immune system.
In this article, you’ll learn about two potent antioxidants only found in a professional-grade antiaging nutritional supplement. And you’ll also learn what else a supplement needs, besides these two ingredients, for it to be effective.

(1) L-Glutathione (reduced)

Glutathione is a tiny molecule. It’s the most important antioxidant because it’s actually inside cells. It’s critical for cellular health and organ functioning. But your body produces less and less glutathione as you age. This is why it’s such an essential supplement ingredient.

You need to get it in the “reduced” form. In the regular form, the glutathione molecules are too big to pass through cell membrane walls and it’s poorly absorbed. Make sure you note this when looking for an antiaging nutritional supplement.

(2) Alpha Lipoic Acid

Nutritionists call alpha lipoic acid the “universal antioxidant”, because it’s soluble in both water and fat. It’s capable of neutralizing free radicals in the fatty and watery parts of cells, which makes it a superior antioxidant.

Vitamin C, for example, is only able to combat free radicals in water.

Alpha lipoic acid is known for fighting peroxynitrate free radicals that cause arteriosclerosis, lung disease, chronic inflammation, and brain disorders. It also synergizes other antioxidants like vitamin C, vitamin E, and coenzyme Q10.

(3) Enteric Coating

Now, let’s say you found a supplement that included reduced l-glutathione and alpha lipoic acid. That would be excellent, but…will the supplement pass safely through stomach acid? If it’s not protected with enteric coating, stomach acid will damage these two antioxidants. And your body will poorly absorb them.

Enteric coating is a protective layer put on a supplement that allows an antiaging nutritional supplement to pass through the stomach unharmed. Pharmaceutical companies developed enteric coating and it’s widely used in that industry. But only the best supplement companies use it. Only companies that use highly potent and sensitive ingredients, like reduced glutathione and alpha lipoic acid, need enteric coating to ensure absorption.

Okay, now you have three tools to help you choose the best anti-aging supplement. Let’s review what to look for; you should be able to find all this info on the label. But if you want further confirmation, I recommend contacting the supplement company directly.

The best antiaging nutritional supplement will have…

L-Glutathione (reduced)
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Enteric coating

Please take this advice. Or you will miss out on the health benefits of two of the most powerful anti-aging antioxidants. What’s the point of trying to slow aging if you won’t give yourself the best?

Be smart from the start – an antiaging nutritional supplement is a long-investment in your health.

Tibetan Goji Juice is finally gaining in popularity and it is about time. Thanks to the clinical trials being done in China, Japan, Mongolia and Switzerland, we are getting the much needed information (that the ancients knew) on this wonderful berry.

The most famous story in regards to Goji Juice (also known as Lycium Barbarum) and its benefits, come from China where according to their records, Li Chung Yun, a renowned Chinese scholar and herbalist, was born in 1677. According to the London Times, May 8th 1933, reported that professor Yun had died at the age of 256.

We may never have known about this remarkable man except for the fact that he became a professor to teach people about herbs and longevity. Those who were close to him stated that he looked like he was about fifty years old when he died (with all his teeth, no gray or white hair and a healthy ruddy complexion).

Professor Yun apparently ate on a daily basis, Lycium soup and herbs. He was reported to be a vegetarian and ate very little meat in his life time.

It is possible that there have been many more individuals that have lived exceptionally long lives but due to the isolated areas they lived, we may never really know.

With modern technology we can now analyze the make up and components and health benefits of goji berries (also known as wolfberries).

Here are some facts about this marvelous fruit:

-They contain 19 amino acids including the 8 essential amino acids.
-They have 21 trace minerals including zinc, calcium, germanium, selenium and phosphorus
-B vitamins
-Has more Beta-carotene than carrots (which converts to vitamin A) and has a complete spectrum of antioxidants.
-Has vitamin E which is almost unheard of in fruits
-Has 500 times more Vitamin C by weight than oranges
-It contains the anti-inflammatory agent beta-sitosterol which lowers cholesterol and takes care of sexual health
-They have essential fatty acids such as omega 6 and linoleic acid that regulate hormones
-Has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties

Tibetan Goji Juice has been traditionally used to alleviate the following conditions:

-To strengthen the heart and alleviate heart palpitations
-fights insomnia and forgetfulness
– contains polysaccharides which control the pituitary glands that produce HGH (human growth hormone) which is a powerful anti-aging hormone
– Can be used by pregnant women to alleviate morning sickness.
– Has in clinical trials shown a partial reversal in sexual dysfunction in seniors
– Used to boost the function of the immune system
– Has some anti-cancer properties and has been successfully used to treat hepatitis-B
– Has been used successfully for weight loss
– Helps the body detox, cleans the blood and build the immune system.

There is a story passed down over the ages of the Tang Dynasty 800 AD, where a well was dug near a wall that had the wolfberry vines growing over it. Over time the berries falling in the well water was being consumed by Buddhist Monks and passing pilgrims. It was noted that the monks living well into their 80s, still had a youthfulness about them. They had all their hair, (no graying) and all their teeth intact. Word spread about the monks and wonderful berries and vines were being cut down and replanted in other regions so others may enjoy the health benefits.

Himalayan goji berries and Chinese goji berries are equally effective when it comes to health but there is a difference in taste. The Chinese berries are smaller and a little bitter tasting. The Himalayan berries are larger, plumper and sweeter tasting.

Either way, this marvelous little fruit with its health and anti-aging benefits, along with exercise, more of a vegetarian diet including fresh herbs, lots of water and fresh air, might very well be your fountain of youth!

It is no sin to look beautiful at 50. So, what is holding you back from using anti aging skin care products? If you dont know how to choose them, consult a good dermatologist or even read reviews online. They will serve as guide to picking the right product from a flood of them. Refer to the latest cream ratings to know what creams are faring well in the market. Creams that work become popular fast, as news about their high performance spreads like wildfire.

Some people are hesitant to use anti-aging creams, as they fear for allergies or side effects on skin. Experts recommend using creams from only brands that are rated among the top by dermatologists and users. Such brands offer serious skin solutions and are not purely commercial based. They use effective ingredients, which are gentle on skin and produce no side effects. Such brands strive to offer skin formulas that suit all skin types. Brands like Hydroxatone successfully offer such a formula through a vast selection of products.

Give something new to your skin
You may not want to part with your age-old moisturizer, but look at your skin, it needs something more, which your moisturizer cannot give you. It needs anti-aging care now. Although experts suggest commencing anti-aging care in your late 20s, it is never too late to start caring for your skin.

So, what if you are 50+? You can still do something about those aging signs, but it needs a shift of your attitude. You must look beyond regular products and choose exclusive anti aging skin care products.

One of the benefits of using such products is that you give your skin a formula, which is packed with useful and potent ingredients, is reliable, and comes with the approval of experts and users. This removes doubts and apprehensions that often occur when using a new product. When your skin shows signs of improvement, you can never thank enough to your own self for making this purchase.

Products like Anti Aging Blemish Balm Cream, Anti Acne CC Cream, Am Pm Anti Wrinkle Complex, Advanced Under Eye Formula, Anti Aging Sun Soak Self Tanner, Age Defying Toner, Gentle Milky Cleanser, Intensive Youth Serum, Instant Wrinkle Filler, Under Eye Illuminator, Luminique Facial Brightener, Revitalizing Microdermabrasion cream, Overnight Intensive Repair cream, and more take your skin care to a sophisticated and scientific level.

Even psychologists agree that the way we look impacts the way we feel. That is why people undergoing depression are made to don clothes in energetic colors and encouraged to keep themselves groomed.

As you embrace this kind of skin care, you would never want to look back all those years when you were content with regular over-the-counter products. The transformation that your skin shows with innovative anti aging skin care products is spectacular. You would cease to look like 50. You would love yourself in the mirror. A new kind of confidence would wrap you in its arms, taking you to places. Life would be exciting, as you start getting compliments and admiring glances.

Most women show their age around their eyes. In fact, our eyes is the place where the first signs of aging appear. This is because the skin around this area is the thinnest. It has less amount of oil glands which makes the wrinkles around this area more obvious. Also, the muscles here move constantly which causes fine lines or wrinkles over time. The common problems associated with aging around the eyes include wrinkles, circles and puffiness. If you are trying to find ways to prevent, slow down or reverse the signs of aging around the eyes, I hope this article can help.

Wrinkles around the eyes: Use anti-aging eye cream formulated with anti-oxidants to help fight free radicals that contribute to fine lines and wrinkles. Be sure to choose products that do not have harsh ingredients that can cause irritations.

Circles around the eyes: Among other factors such as genetics and lifestyles, aging plays a big role in the formation of dark circles around the eyes. As we age, blood circulation is not as effective as it used to be, causing blockage around the eyes and in turn making them appear darker.

To overcome this problem, use eye creams that help boost collagen production to thicken the skin and make the circles less visible. Also, exercise regularly to facilitate blood circulation.

Puffiness: Eye bags are usually caused by water buildup under or around the eyes. This is also partly brought on by aging when the fats under the eyes start to droop.

To improve this problem, try using eye gels which don’t trap moisture as much as an eye cream. Also, use products that are rich in antioxidants. For instance, green tea extract is a strong anti-oxidant that is soothing and beneficial for the puffy eyes.

Investigate Botox: While Botox injection has become one of the popular treatments in the world to fight signs of aging, many women remain hesitant about this cosmetic procedure. Although I am not suggesting that you try Botox, there is no harm to know more about how it works.

Botox is injected directly into a muscle to add volume and plump up wrinkles. It blocks nerve signals that contract the muscle. The paralyzed muscle causes the wrinkle to smooth out or “disappear.” Currently Botox is only approved by FDA for treating frown lines.

The procedure takes a few minutes and most patients can see results in a week. Since the wrinkles may re-appear, patients have to return for future treatments to maintain the results. The cost of Botox ranges from $350 to $425 depending on the region.

If you lean towards using topical anti-aging eye cream to help you turn back time naturally on your eyes, make sure you choose a safe and natural product with effective ingredients. Lastly, while we should take care of our skin to make it look young and healthy, it is also important to accept the process of aging. The attitude of acceptance will already add radiance to your face!