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One of humankind's most enduring quests has been for the fabled Fountain of Youth. Ancient civilizations believed that there exists a means of stopping the aging process and even restoring the beauty and vigor of youth. This is a myth, of course. However, the constant search for anti-aging skin care products and natural supplements to counter aging is just a contemporary extension of this quest. We despise aging, because it reminds us of our mortality. Since there is no way to stop the aging process, we search for means of concealing the signs of advancing age.
Thanks to modern medical science, anti-aging skin care products and natural supplements have attained something of a cult status. Results from some of these products are tangible and visible. However, not all of them are valid treatments. Certain manufacturers simply exploit the desperation prevailing among those who would do anything to look young again.Anti-aging skin care products tend to approach the issue of aging from various angles.
The skin is obviously the primary focus, since dull, wrinkled skin is a dead giveaway. However, certain variants claim to reverse the entire metabolic process of aging, thereby restoring youthful looks. One must view products that make such miraculous claims with extreme suspicion.
Anti-aging skin care products that focus on rejuvenating the skin often contain high intensity moisturizers. The reason is that skin loses its natural moisture with advancing age, causing it to wrinkle and develop blemishes. Such products may also contain anti-oxidants to counter the deterioration of skin cells. These anti-oxidants include vitamins A, C, E and D, which enjoy the status of anti-aging vitamins. Many anti-aging skin care products aim to boost the skin's production of collagen, which promotes its elasticity and gives it structure.Chemical-based anti-aging skin care products can have moderate to serious side effects in certain users. This is especially true for those who have pre-existing allergies.
For this reason, there has been a trend of getting back to natural supplements with the prime focus on Omega 5 oil. While these are not always free of side effects, they are certainly safer and tend to treat the problem of skin aging holistically rather than symptomatically.
Natural supplements to chemical anti-aging skin care products contain organic botanical oils like pomegranate seed oil , herbal extracts and essential oils that the skin absorbs readily.
The POMEGA5 line contains all of the above.
Incidence of allergic reactions is quite rare.While buying natural anti-aging supplements, the customer should look for the presence of ingredients that promote skin rejuvenation. Users report considerable benefits from various natural ingredients, including pomegranate seed oil, green or white tea, chamomile, calendula, South African Rooibos, soy oil, pomegranate herbal extract and other safe essential oils.
Natural anti-aging skin care products do not contain harmful chemical preservatives, mineral oils, fragrances or other synthetic additives. This makes them far more skin-friendly.
Anti-aging skin care products come in the form of local applications (creams and lotions), face masks, massage oils and even orally ingestible pills. Whether the many anti-aging skin care products and natural supplements available nowadays are effective in countering skin aging is a matter of personal experience. In any case, a qualified dermatologist should monitor the use of such products to reduce the chances of infections and reactions.
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Eating fruit could protect against an age-related eye disease which can cause blindness, research suggests.
Researchers from the Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston followed the progress of over 118,000 people for between 12 and 18 years.
Those who ate three or more servings of fruit a day were 36% less likely to develop age-related maculopathy than people who ate less than 1.5 per day.
The study is published in the Archives of Ophthalmology.
Age-related maculopathy, or age-related macular degeneration, is the leading cause of blindness in people over 65.
The condition is caused by the deterioration of the macula, a part of the light sensitive layer in the eye called the retina.
The cells either break down, or the tissue is damaged by the growth of blood vessels under the retina.
There is a treatment for the condition, but no cure.
Previous research has shown antioxidant vitamin and mineral supplementation protects against the condition, and that supplementation with high-doses of vitamins C and E, beta carotene and zinc delays its progress.
Diet survey
The researchers in this study looked at how the amount of fruit, vegetables and vitamins people ate related to their risk of developing the eye disease.
They followed 77,562 women who were part of the Nurses' Health Study and 40,866 men who were taking part in the Health Professionals Follow-up Study.
All were at least 50 years old when the study began with no diagnosis of ARM. Women were followed for up to 18 years, and men were followed for up to 12 years.
Women completed questionnaires about their diets up to five times over the follow-up period (in 1980, 1984, 1986, 1990 and 1994), and men three times, in 1986, 1990, and 1994.
They also reported their vitamin and supplement use once every two years.
Over the follow-up period, 329 women and 135 men were diagnosed with early stage ARM, and 217 women and 99 men with neovascular ARM, a more severe type of the condition.
While three or more portions of fruit a day was found to significantly cut someone's risk of developing neovascular ARM - a severe form of the disease, eating more vegetables did not appear to hold any benefit.
Bananas and oranges were strongly linked with protective benefits.
Researchers also found that levels of antioxidant vitamins or carotenoids - compounds responsible for the red, yellow and orange pigments found in some fruits and vegetables - were not directly related to ARM risk.
Food versus supplements
Writing in the journal, the researchers led by Dr Eunyoung Cho, said: "Fruit intake was inversely related to age-related maculopathy, particularly neovascular ARM, the form of this disease that frequently involves severe vision loss.
"Since none of the antioxidants or carotenoids contributed substantially, other factors may also contribute to the reduced risk."
They suggest other constituents of fruits with potential health benefit include flavanoids, fibre, folate and potassium.
Catherine Collins, a dietician based at St George's Hospital in London, said the study findings made sense because certain substances found in fruit had specific benefits for eye health.
She said the beneficial link with fruit may have been clearer in this study because people did not eat enough of lutein-rich vegetables such as spinach for them to have a noticeable effect.
She added: "There are substances in foods which give you extra benefits compared to vitamin and mineral supplements."
Anton from KY
The previous article introduced Vitamins A, C and E as the big players; there are other antioxidants that can benefit the skin. Let’s take a look at some of the current latest antioxidant ingredients to hit the skincare market:
ALA (Alpha Lipoic Acid) : Studies show that when taken a supplement, ALA has many potential health benefits. As a skincare ingredient, it can diminish the appearance of wrinkles and help firm the skin. ALA also helps with puffiness and under-eye bags.
Idebenone: This antioxidant has been used for pharmaceutical purposes for years. Recently it’s been touted as one of the most potent antioxidants available. Research suggests that Idebenone helps skin lipids defend themselves from free radical damage and degradation. Idebenone is structurally similar to CoQ10.
GABA (Gama Amino Butyric Acid): When added to treatment creams, this amino acid is supposed to simulate a Botox-like effect. It may help to smooth fine lines, wrinkles and crows feet around the eyes and mouth, and between the brows.
Kinetin is a naturally occurring plant growth hormone proven to slow the aging process in plant cells. When used in skincare products, Kinetin helps improve skin texture, lighten hyperpigmentation and even-out blotchy skin. Kinetin is considered a gentler alternative to prescription Retinoids.
Olive Oil and human skin both contain squalane, an ingredient that oxygenates and nourishes cells. Therefore, olive oil-based products give your skin a nutrient boost. Olive oil is also packed with vitamins and free radical killing antioxidants. The Japanese and Italians have used pure olive oil as a beauty booster for centuries.
Polyphenols and Anti-inflammatories
In Wrinkle Free Forever, noted dermatologist Howard Murad talks about the damage caused by inflammation. Examples of skin inflammation include: allergic reactions, acne, flushing, hives, and the symptoms associated with disorders like Rosacea and Psoriasis. Inflammation is a sign that the body is attempting to protect itself from trauma. Over time, this protection backfires, creating an excessive amount of free radicals and leading to water loss in the skin cells. What can help halt this process, Murad says, are antioxidants that double as topical anti-inflammatories. Murad suggests that polyphenols (plant derived antioxidants) are especially beneficial.
Polyphenols
Sources of polyphenols include green tea, white tea, grape seed extract, olive oil, dark chocolate, and pomegranates. Here’s how they work:
· Grape seed extract: Free radical scavengers that strengthen and repair damaged cells with flavanoids. Also a rich source of Essential Fatty Acids.
· Green tea: Calms and visible and internal signs of inflammation.
· Pomegranate: Reinforces the skin’s structural fibers and boots sun protection.
Other inflammation-reducing ingredients to look for in skincare products include:
· Arnica,
· Licorice
· Aloe Vera
· Curcumin
· Chamomile,
· Lavender
· Panthenol,
· Allantoin
· Zinc
AHAs: Promoting Product Penetration
If used correctly, AHAs like Glycolic and Lactic acids help antioxidant ingredients do their job. AHAs rejuvenate the skin by exfoliating the skin’s dead top layer and revealing healthier skin. Dead skin cells not only make skin look dull, they create a barrier that blocks product penetration. AHAs have proven to help skin function better by removing layers of sun-damaged skin.
Remember that AHAs and prescription retinoids make your skin more susceptible to photodamage. Be vigilant about using sunscreen and limiting your overall UV.
Finally, hydration is a cornerstone to beautiful and youthful skin. In addition to the fighting free radicals with antioxidants and sunscreen, make sure that you add hydrating ingredients to your skin. The following ingredients will keep the skin moist and are suitable for all skin types:
· Omega 5 oil and Hyaluronic acid
· Sodium PCA
· Amino Acids
· Plant-based lipids
· Safflower seed oil
· Borage seed oil
· Evening primrose oil and pomegranate seed oil
· Glycerin
Above all, healthy lifestyle is a key component in your anti-aging regimen. In addition to incorporating the antioxidants and sun protection that best suit your skin type, proper nutrition, adequate sleep and emotional balance will do wonders for your skin.
DK
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