Tag: Anti-aging
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Mushrooms: The Most Effective Anti-Aging Fungus
In our quest to age gracefully and stay healthy, mushrooms may be the answer to all of our aging questions. Health Benefits of Mushrooms Mushrooms are full of health benefits such as boosting the immune system, and they’re also a great source of vitamin D which helps to maintain healthy bones. A recent study recently…
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Medical News: Top 5 Breakthroughs In Medicine
Here are the most prominent medical breakthroughs that took place at the end of 2017, from man-made human blood to an artificial pancreas. 1. Scientists remove HIV from animals A study published in the journal Molecular Therapy has revealed that scientists are finally closer to finding a permanent cure for HIV. A research team from…
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Food For Your Skin: A Serum For Every Concern
The objective of a serum is to deliver concentrated amounts of an ingredient directly into the skin. The smaller molecules used in the formula allow for a high concentration of active ingredients to penetrate far deeper into the skin than a moisturizer. This doesn’t take away the importance of a moisturizer; it simply makes serums…
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Positive Solitude: Rediscover The Good Of Being Alone
Solitude in 2018 is certainly a scarcity. The world has never been a busier place. Our information-per-minute and activity-per-day rates have tripled over the past ten years, despite modern conveniences designed to save us time and busyness. We spend a good deal of money on washing machines, fast food, car washes and housekeepers, and yet we…
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100 Ways To Live Healthy: Numbers 51 – 60
So, here are 100 simple ways to be healthy. Over time, you’ll find that these habits start to accumulate. Before you know it, you’ll wake up and discover that you’re leading the healthy, happy life you’ve been aiming for. 51. Drink your greens. Starting your day with a green smoothie is a great way to…
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Inflammation And Its Negative Effect On Our Health
Chronic low-grade inflammation is the root of all disease. As a result, it is also heavily implicated in aging. By reducing the pro-inflammatory aspects of our lifestyle, we will remain youthful and live better for longer. What is chronic low-grade inflammation? Low-grade inflammation can be understood as an immune system response. When the immune system…
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Cellulite: Everything You Need To Know
Envision pressing your hand against a tennis racket so that your skin begins to protrude through the gaps of the mesh, forming little bumps. This, in essence, is how cellulite works. Directly beneath the dermis of your skin is a layer of fat cells, which are separated by connective tissue. When these fat cells begin…
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Dehydration: Why You Need To Load Up On H20
The amount of fluid in our body affects the way our cells function – meaning that dehydration can interfere with healthy aging. According to nutrition expert Linda Drummond, we don’t feel thirsty until we’ve lost about 1% of our body weight in water. If dehydration continues, we experience greater thirst, discomfort and loss of appetite.…
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How Do Your Genes Affect The Way You Age?
Did you know that your genes play a role in determining the manner in which you age? Researchers have identified the FOXO3A gene as having a significant impact on your longevity. Dr Bradley Wilcox is an expert in the field of genetic, environmental and clinical aspects of healthy aging, has widely studied the lifestyle of…
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4 Foods To Create Collagen-Rich Skin
Nourished skin not only feels great, it looks radiant – and collagen plays a massive role in this. Adding an extra boost of nutrients to our diet can go a long way towards preventing the negative effects of pollution and stress on our complexion. Collagen is an important protein that creates the internal structure of…