Information and facts on Skin Wrinkles

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Wrinkles form when the skin loses its elasticity. As long as the skin is supple, any creasing of the skin disappears as soon as you stop making the expression that caused it. But skin that has lost its suppleness retains the lines formed by smiling or frowning, for instance, even after you have assumed a more neutral expression. Over time, these lines deepen into wrinkles.

Some amount of wrinkling is a result of aging and is probably inevitable; no matter what you do, you will develop some lines if you simply live long enough The first signs of wrinkles usually appear in the delicate tissue around the eyes-smile lines or "crow's feet." The cheeks and lips show damage next. As we age, our skin becomes both thinner and dryer, both of which contribute to the formation of wrinkles. But other factors help to determine both the rate and the extent of wrinkling, including diet and nutrition, muscle tone, habitual facial expressions, stress, proper skin care, exposure to environmental pollutants, and lifestyle habits such as smoking. Heredity probably also plays a role

The most important factor of all is sun exposure, which not only dries out the skin but also leads to the generation of free radicals that can damage skin cells. The sun is your skin's worst enemy It is estimated that 90% of what we think of as signs of age are actually signs of overexposure. Furthermore, overexposure does not necessarily mean sunbathing or sunburn; approximately 70% of sun damage is incurred during such everyday activities as driving and walking to and from your car. The ultraviolet-A (UVA) rays that do this damage are present all day long and in all seasons. Worse, the effects of the sun are cumulative, although they may not be obvious for many years.

 

Nutrient / Supplement Importance
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Helpful notes
Essential fatty acids 9 These help to lubricate the skin and are needed for skin health and the proper functioning of the body's nervous system. Good sources of essential fatty acids include omega from fish, flax seed, and borage seed.
Multi-vitamin & Mineral supplement 10 contains B vitamins, zinc, vitamins E, A, and D and other supplements needed for good skin healthcare. The nutrients found in a daily supplement are needed for good general health and well being.
Carotenoids 9 antioxidants that help with skin health
Zinc 8 very often people with skin problems are not getting enough zinc. This mineral helps strengthen the immune system and promotes healing. Often a multi-vitamin and mineral supplement can help.
vitamin C 9 works with bioflavonoids for skin health
Bio Flavonoids 9 are needed for formation of collagen, which is a protein that gives  skin its flexibility.
vitamin E 9 helps to relieve dryness and itching of the skin
vitamin A 9 needed for smooth skin and also helps prevent dryness.
Aloe vera 9 herb has soothing, healing, and moisturizing porperties.
Myrrh resin 8 promotes healing and it works well with frankincense and aloe vera
Dandelion 8 herb that helps with detoxifying the body and healing.

 

 

Other Changes To Make

  • drink 6-8 glasses of steam distilled or filtered water a day

  • eat 50% raw fruits and vegetables (organic is best)

  • nuts, seeds, and whole grains are good

  • juice is good (make your own with a juice machine)

  • do not worry as much about calories as eating the right foods

  • carrot and celery sticks are good to use as a snack

  • a colon cleansing can be very helpful - (do several times each year)

  • do not drink coffee, alcohol, soda pop, other junk food drinks

  • do not eat processed foods white sugar, white flour, etc...

  • use stress relief like going for walks in the park (or the 10/90 rule - see Stress)

  • brown rice is good to eat

  • avoid red meat and animal fats

  • reduce dairy products cheese, milk, and others

  • fast a few days a month

  • get at least 8 hours of sleep 

  • exercise light to moderate amounts

  • avoid artificial sweeteners like Aspartame and NutraSweet

  • do not smoke and avoid second hand smoke

  • do not skip meals - just eat better and not as much at each meal

  • do not chew gum - it can cause you to feel hungry

  • do not watch too much TV try reading a book or something else

 

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........Symmetry herbal and nutritional products for Women, Children, and Men includes vitamins, herb supplements, skin care, weight loss, water filters, sport's nutrition, and health maintenance. Giving you and your family an alternative natural way for prevention and healing treatment of disease - also to aid in well being of mind, body, and spirit.