Our skin is a very vital and complex organ; a strong envelope to keep us intact and everything else out. It is an organ of sensation and touch, closely connected to the brain and the main nerve center of our bodies. It has many life-preserving functions.
Aging and the ‘Middle-Age Spread’
The phrase ‘middle-age spread’, by its own definition, is considered synonymous with aging. Unfortunately, for too many it has become an accepted part of life and growing older. It is as if we believe it is normal or inevitable, rather than a dangerous sign of poor lifestyle choices.
Looking around during the lunch hour, happy hour after work, on the college campuses, at sports events, pubs and bars, at weddings, parties, or functions. – what you see are people drinking alcohol.
There are several factors that affect the quality of our skin as we grow older. Some of these aspects are beyond our control, such as our chronological or actual age and genetics, but it’s also great to know that some aspects are within our power to change or influence.
Both male and females today continue to pursue ways to delay facial wrinkles and to give their complexions that looks healthy, vibrancy, and beautiful. In ancient times, youthful skin came about from herbal formulas.
The question, 'can we reverse the aging process' is touted by many beauty product sellers as a big yes, providing we use their products.
However, is it truly possible?
Are there things we can do ourselves to reverse the damage and subsequent signs of aging that may have already occurred in our body?
Resveratrol is an antioxidant commonly found in grapes but is also present in cocoa. It is an antioxidant proven to be one of the most potent for age-related health issues.
Resveratrol is produced by plants in the form of 'phytoalexin' which protects them from the adverse effects of ultraviolet light, climate change and infections from the environment. Lucky for us, these protective effects of resveratrol work for us too!
The old saying ‘you are what you eat’ has never been truer when it comes to your skincare routine, but what essentials should you be including in your diet to achieve a healthy complexion?
Superfood is a buzz word in the nutrition field today but it is basically a food that is low in calories and high in nutrients. They are accessible in a variety of choices that you can find in your local supermarket. Superfoods are nutrient dense, so they are high in minerals, vitamins and antioxidants.
They have disease-fighting properties and by incorporating them into your diet you can reduce your risk of cancer, heart disease and diabetes. So one of the fastest ways you can immediately improve your health and beauty with more vitality is by crowding these superfoods into your diet.
Food is nature's most powerful cosmetic. Eat well and your eyes, hair, skin and smile will glow like they've never glowed before. You are what you eat - not just on the inside, but on the outside, too. Eating the right foods can make your face glow in a way that not even the most luxurious beauty treatments can achieve.
