Age Gracefully Into Your 50s by Following These 5 Simple Steps
Many of us dread getting older and dream of finding that perfect little anti-aging pill, or the secrets to perfect skin and optimal health. But getting older doesn’t have to be negative. In fact, embracing the transitions into new life stages is part of what might be described as aging gracefully. While there are certain aspects of aging we can’t control, many of the changes that occur in our bodies as we age can be mediated by our everyday choices. What we eat, how we move and how we spend our time can make a noticeable difference not only in how we feel, but also how we look as we age. Here are 5 simple ways you can look and feel your best as you continue through your next stages of life.
Eat your Veggies!
We’ve all being told as children to “Eat your veggies” and – unsurprisingly – this still holds true. A top priority for improving your health - both inside and out - is eating more vegetables. Eat lots. Eat variety. Eat the rainbow.
In the early stages of chronic diseases, there is usually a build-up of what we call oxidative stress damaging the cells of the body1. Luckily our body has internal defenses towards this kind of damage – antioxidants! Fruits and vegetables are loaded with antioxidants, as well as vitamins, minerals and phenols that support other important chemical reactions and our immune systems. Other compounds in vegetables benefit skin health: beta-carotene (found in most leafy greens