Anti-Aging Tips

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Anti-Aging Tips
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• Discover what doctors want you to know about
  anti-aging and keeping that youthful glow.
• What most of us wouldnt give to be a teenager
  again, from the lack of bills to the youthful,
  line-free faces we once enjoyed. While, short of
  moving back in with our parents, theres little
  we can do about the former, stopping the aging
  process in its tracks may be more feasible than
  youd imagine.
• Every day, were engaging in habits that can make
  our skin and overall health suffer, aging us in
  the process. From the food we eat to the way we
  wash our faces, these seemingly minor decisions
  can end up making us years older than our
  chronological age in the long run.

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So, whats the solution?

• Before you start shelling out tons of cash on
  every dubious pill and potion at your local
  pharmacy, find out what the pros know about
  staying youthful by discovering these
  doctor-approved anti-aging tips. No matter your
  current age, you can start feeling more energetic
  and vibrant today!

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A sound Mind through Hypnosis

• Use the Mindhealth program Hypnosis for
  Anti-Aging to strengthen your inner mind to
  accept all the tips below and build the daily
  routine you need for anti-aging. You might be
  able to follow the list perfectly, but get your
  entire mind and soul in sync to all your body to
  perform as one and keep you young.

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Add Some Vitamin A to Your Anti-Aging Routine

• One of the easiest ways to turn back the clock
  for anti-aging is to make topical retinoids part
  of your skincare arsenal. While they can be
  irritating to certain individuals with sensitive
  skin, they can also provide a serious line of
  defense against wrinkles. An easy at-home
  regimen would be using a retinol cream, says Dr.
  John Kahan, a surgeon who treats patients at
  Beverly Hills Med Spa. Retinol is a form of
  vitamin A and it helps with fine lines, uneven
  skin tone, dark spots, and texturized skin.
• Dr. Ayelet Mizrachi-Jonisch, a dermatologist at
  New York-based CareMount Medical, echoes his
  sentiments, noting that these vitamin A-based
  treatments can stop the aging process before it
  starts. A prescribed retinoid is always a good
  idea for maintenance of good skin health and
  prevention of photo aging, she says.

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Avoid Excess Weight Gain

• Dont let those little indulgences turn into
  extra pounds. If you do, you might just find
  yourself looking older than you actually are.
  Weight gain is also perceived as aging in
  several areas, says Dr. Joshua D. Zuckerman, MD,
  FACS, a board-certified plastic surgeon
  practicing in Manhattan. For example, submental
  fat, which is located below the chin,
  significantly changes how the lower face is
  viewed.

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Skip the Sugary Stuff for Anti-Aging

• Sugar does more than just rot your teeth. Its
  also a major contributor to the loss of firmness
  in the skin, which can age you significantly.
  Focus on a balanced diet with plenty of lean
  protein and vegetables and avoid sugar, suggests
  Dr. Fred Pescatore, a natural health physician.
  Poor diets that are high in sugar have been
  linked to advanced glycation end products (AGEs)
  which cause wrinkles and loss of collagen and
  elastin.

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Hydrate for Anti-Aging

• Drinking an adequate amount of water throughout
  the day can help keep your skin healthy and
  youthful-looking. The amount of water you need
  depends on your size and activity level. However,
  sipping water throughout the day and never
  letting yourself get thirsty is a good guideline.
• Not drinking enough can result in an increased
  appearance of wrinkles and lines and creates more
  dry areas and dullness, says clinical
  nutritionist Ariane Hundt. Drinking enough is
  key to keeping a healthy glow and that dewy
  appearance.

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Skip the All-Nighters for Anti-Aging

• Those late nights you pulled in college are doing
  no favors to your skin. In fact, they could be
  the reason youre looking a little worse for
  wear. Sleep is one of the most important
  physiological processes, says Sarah Greenfield,
  a registered dietician and Director of Nutrition
  and Education for HUM Nutrition. While we are
  sleeping, our bodies are repairing, detoxifying
  and our hormones are being balanced. The lining
  of the GI tract is turning over to ensure your
  body can absorb all the nutrients you are eating
  to keep your skin healthy and happy. Adequate
  sleep improves circulation around the eyes
  decreasing puffiness and dryness.

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Take Sun Damage Seriously

• Every sunburn counts. In fact, many studies show
  that repeated sunburns as a child lead to much
  higher cases of skin cancers and skin damage as
  an adult, says Dr. David Shafer, founder of
  Manhattans Shafer Plastic Surgery. Therefore,
  take every trip into the sun with the same
  precautions. Doing so might just fend off those
  early signs of aging youre trying to avoid.
  Beginning from when youre a young kid, it is
  important to focus on prevention. Such as using
  an adequate sunscreen or protective clothing,
  explains Dr. Shafer. For more ways to stop the
  clock, turn to these 20 Zero Belly Habits For
  Aging!

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Protect Your Skin with Proper Clothing For
Anti-Aging Effects

• The best offense is a good anti-aging defense
  when it comes to staving off wrinkles. Like Dr.
  Shafer mentioned previously, getting adequate sun
  protection is one of the best things you can do
  for your skin when it comes to slowing down the
  aging process. The first line of defense is
  prevention, says Dr. Shafer. Either wearing
  sunscreen or physical protective barrier clothing
  and hats are essential for protecting the skin.

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Wash After a Workout

• Think you can skip the shower after the gym?
  Think again. Washing your face post-workout can
  help keep dead skin and other grime from settling
  into your pores, making them look larger, a sure
  sign of aging. Wash your face twice daily,
  especially after sweating heavily while working
  or exercising, says Dr. Ross Levy, MD, FAAD, a
  dermatologist with New Yorks CareMount Medical.

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For Anti-Aging Skip the Smokes

• It probably comes as no surprise that smoking is
  bad for your health. It increases your risk of
  cancer and other serious health issues. But not
  everyone realizes what a major impact it can have
  on your appearance. Meanwhile, even if you only
  smoke occasionally, youre making yourself look
  older and sicker with every puff. Choices such
  as smoking have a profound effect on the skin as
  the smoke and nicotine starve the precious cells
  of oxygen and nutrition, says Dr. Shafer.

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Never Too Late To Start Anti-Aging Care For
Yourself
Develop a Solid Anti-Aging Skincare Routine

• Dont assume that youre already too late to fix
  the signs of aging late is better than never.
• While it is never too late, the sooner one
  starts, the better, says Dr. Adam Kolker, a
  Manhattan-based plastic surgeon. When one begins
  to address issues too late in life the solutions
  may be less effective.

• Whether youre at the point where youre ready to
  start having fillers or are just looking to
  maintain your current appearance, the way you
  take care of your skin can make a major
  difference. Its essential to have a good
  at-home skincare routine which can help improve
  the skin, says Dr. Shafer. As a result, you can
  even help the procedures your dermatologist or
  surgeon performs last longer, he says.

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Skip the Harsh Scrubs
Start From the Inside Out

• While you do want to keep your face clean,
  scrubbing it may exacerbate existing
  dermatological issues, including wrinkles. Did
  you know that scrubbing away at your skin can
  cause aging? says Dr. Ben Johnson, MD, founder
  of holistic beauty brand Osmosis Pur Medical
  Skincare. By over exfoliating youre actually
  removing the only protective barrier that your
  skin has.

• Anti-aging creams can be helpful. On the other
  hand, if you want meaningful change in the health
  and appearance of your skin, start with your food
  choices and work outward.
• Most Americans want a cream that you can slap on
  and look great and never age, says Functional
  Nutritionist Susan Barendregt. We need to go the
  whole way and heal from the inside.

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Say No to Tanning
Add in Some Anti-Aging Omega-3s

• That golden glow isnt worth it in the long run.
  If youre trying to turn back the hands of time,
  tanning is a serious no-no. Skin ages
  prematurely each time a person gets a tan,'
  says Dr. Levy. If you cant brave the beach in
  your current pale state, opt for a sunless tanner
  instead. Likewise, get healthy and stay that way
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  Cancer Risk!

• Fatty fish and omega-3-rich seeds can help your
  skin turn over a new leaf, leaving you looking
  younger in no time. Omega-3 fats found in fish
  and fish oil, flaxseed, chia seed and walnuts are
  a key component of cell membranes. And your body
  needs them to renew your skin cells. So, many
  people go on low-fat diets, and then miss out on
  these healthy fats and end up with dry, flaky or
  inflamed skin as a result, says Samantha
  Scruggs, a registered dietician. Omega-3s arent
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Increase Your Antioxidant Intake

• Bulking up on antioxidants, whether through fresh
  fruits and vegetables or supplementation, can
  make your skin healthier. Moreover, it will be
  more resilient, and have you looking younger in
  no time.
• Adding antioxidants and supplements to your
  daily nutrition promotes anti-aging elasticity
  and hydration. I recommend products that feature
  the super-antioxidant, Pycnogenol, to support
  skin health, says Dr. Pescatore. Research shows
  this proprietary extract from French maritime
  pine bark helps reduce the appearance of fine
  lines. In conclusion, it promotes skin hydration
  by encouraging the bodys natural production of
  collagen and hyaluronic acid.

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Get a Posh Anti-Aging Pillowcase
Go Nuts For Anti-Aging

• Switching up your pillowcase can do more than
  just ensure a better nights sleep. Sleeping on a
  silk pillowcase can also help fend off fine
  lines. Silk pillowcases can help your skin
  retain its natural moisture and reduce the
  appearance of facial wrinkles. I didnt fully
  appreciate the benefits until I started using one
  myself, says Dr. Nina Watson, a board certified
  diagnostic radiologist practicing in New York.

• Fatty fish isnt the only way to increase your
  intake of skin-firming omega-3s walnuts are also
  a good choice for those who avoid animal-based
  proteins. The omega-3s in walnuts help improve
  the elasticity of the skin. Walnuts also boost
  collagen production, says Dr. Faisal Tawwab, MD,
  a board-certified physician in Orlando. Make
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Opt For Anti-Aging Oils

• You dont have to be afraid of healthy oils in
  your food, and you dont have to be afraid of
  them in your skincare routine, either. In fact,
  oil-based products can keep your skin hydrated
  and reduce your risk of damage.
• I love oils to hydrate the skin, says Dr. Dendy
  Engelman, dermatologic surgeon at Manhattan
  Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery. They penetrate
  deeply in the skin and hydrate beautifully
  without leaving a greasy feel. Look for oils with
  Vitamin E and Pro-Vitamin B5 to hydrate and lock
  in moisture immediately so even though you are
  rinsing the product off you are still able to
  benefit from it. Additionally, it is less drying
  as with oil facial cleansers, the oil binds to
  oil (sebum) without stripping natural oils from
  your skin so its much gentler than a soap
  cleanser.

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Use a Gentle Anti-Aging Cleanser
Baby Your Skin

• It may seem counterintuitive, but over-cleansing
  your face can speed up the aging process, and the
  oily creams used to combat dryness can cause
  breakouts. One of the most common mistakes is
  using a soap thats too harsh for their skin,
  drying it out and then reaching for heavy
  moisturizers, says Dr. Cynthia Bailey, a
  dermatologist and founder of DrBaileySkinCare.com,
  noting that the most effective cleansers are
  often the mildest ones.

• Think skipping your skincare routine is no big
  deal? Unfortunately, it can actually expedite the
  aging process. Hygiene is another factor which
  can either help or hurt your skin as neglected
  skin shows signs of aging and trauma much faster
  than someone who treats their skin with respect,
  says Dr. Shafer.

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Ditch the Nightcap
Dont Fear Fat

• While the occasional glass of red wine can be a
  heart-healthy choice, booze, in general, is the
  enemy of healthy, line-free skin. If you want to
  look younger, drinking less alcohol is the way to
  go, says Dr. Levy.

• While past generations skimped on dietary fat
  whenever possible, new research suggests that
  enjoying enough healthy fat can improve your
  cardiovascular health, boost circulation, and
  keep your skin looking young. Eating lots of
  healthy fats is really important for skin. Skin
  cells renew very frequently, so they are very
  much affected by what you eat, and quickly. One
  of the first changes I see in people who change
  their diet, especially increasing fat intake
  (dont be afraid of fat!) is improvements in
  their skin looking more radiant, younger,
  healthier and just having an appearance of a
  healthy glow. You should make sure you
  incorporate a healthy fat into every meal, says
  Scruggs.

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Dont Be Picky
Drizzle on Some Honey

• If you want to avoid pock marks and scarring that
  can make you look older, stop picking at your
  skin pronto. Stop picking at those pesky
  breakouts and let them come out on their own or
  use natural products to help eliminate them,
  says Dr. Johnson. Any time you pick or pull at
  your skin youre causing damage and creating,
  irritation, scars, and yes even wrinkles!

• Candy isnt going to do any favors for your skin,
  but that doesnt mean you cant enjoy something
  sweet from time to time. In fact, honey might
  just help plump your skin and maintain your
  ageless look. This sweet treat is a natural
  humectant, meaning it attracts water. When it
  comes to your skin, consuming honey helps draw
  water from the mineral tissues to the surface of
  the skin, keeping it moisturized, supple and
  flake-free, says Dr. Christopher Calapai, D.O, a
  New York-based osteopathic physician certified in
  family medicine and anti-aging medicine.

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