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Antioxidants In Your Skin Cream?

Oct 1

Posted by mreed in Anti-Aging, Health, Health Tips, Skin Care | No Comments

AvacadoWhen shopping for skin cream, it is important to know exactly what you are looking for, don’t take a sales person’s advice, their job is to sell you something that is on their shelves, their responsibility ends at that point. In order for your skin to fight off cell damage, you will need to supply it with antioxidants. You can do that through the food you eat, the supplements you take and through the cream you put on.

Your cream should have certain ingredients in them and a dearth of other un-needed ingredients. CoenzymeQ10 is found in every living cell throughout your body. It is responsible for providing energy and effective functionality; your cells cannot do their job and survive without this substance. Nanobelle CoenzymeQ10 is a nano-emulsion version of this nutrient. It penetrates deep into skin cells in order to fight free radical damage. It can also help to elevate production of collagen and elastin protein. Avocado oil is a fantastic anti-oxidant that contains many vitamins in addition to both omega 3 and 9 fatty acids. This means it can deeply moisturize and hydrate skin, improving its health. It is also known to increase soluble collagen within your dermal layer which lies below your epidermal layer (your outer skin layer). Jajoba oil is also packed with anti-oxidants and helps to minimize oxidation. There are many other very helpful ingredients and in order to find out all of them, research is a good idea.

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5 Ingredients Your Skin Cream Should Include

Sep 28

Posted by mreed in Anti-Aging, Health, Skin Care | No Comments

Face CreamThere are many ingredients that can be found in a multitude of skin care creams however there are five that should be present no matter what the other ingredients are. Vitamin C is currently one of the most powerful anti-aging substances available on the market. It is proven to protect the collagen within skin and keep free radicals from producing aging signs.

Salicylic acid is a keratolytic beta hydroxyl acid and has the ability to smooth the skin without causing irritation. It is also able to reduce such things as acne causing bacteria while reducing oil. It is exceptional at penetrating pores and cleaning out impurities.

Peptides are generally used in anti aging products and have actually been proven to out perform such things as Retinol. This substance smoothes wrinkles and reduces the visual effects of aging.

Hyaluronic Acid is a bioactive type hydrating ingredient. It has the capability of binding a thousand times its weight in moisture to the skin and is often found in such things as toners, moisturizers and eye creams. This substance has been in use for years and is one of the most common hydrating ingredients. It has the capability of constantly increasing the skin’s water content which reduces wrinkling. No matter what your skin care routines, this particular ingredient should be a part.

Beta Glucans helps the body to heal itself, when applied to skin issues, it has been shown to help correct a variety of concerns.

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Can Acai Berries Really Reduce Signs Of Aging?

Sep 27

Posted by mreed in Anti-Aging, Health, Health Tips, Nutrition | No Comments

Cold Drink 4The acai berry is becoming more and more common, especially in anti-aging products. It’s available in such things as frozen pulp, juice, powders and many other capacities. This berry from a species of Amazonian Palm is being considered as a miracle, a wonder in the health field.

These palm trees are native to wet, tropical conditions and grow well in floodplains and marshes. The people native to those areas have been using the berry for a very long time in numerous ways including making ice cream and all sorts of other food products. This little berry has been shown to have the highest antioxidant concentration of any food studied to date.

This powerful little berry is believed to contain enough antioxidant power as to be ten times more powerful than the antioxidants in red grapes. They have been attributed with the reduction of aging of the skin, promotion of digestion, lowering of cholesterol and elevating cardiovascular health. It may also help to reverse the effects of diabetes.

The berry is available in a multitude of forms; however, clinical studies show that they are best when consumed in juice or frozen form. The most attractive part of this berry is the way it helps to rejuvenate the skin. It appears the combination of nutrients within these berries make them very effective against the things that tend to cause signs of aging of the skin.

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Looking Younger Has Never Been Easier

Jul 10

Posted by mreed in Anti-Aging, Health, Supplements | No Comments

look youngerIn this day and age, it’s nearly impossible to ‘eat right’ in this case, supplements are the answer. You don’t need to brew a cocktail of numerous drugs, or take a vast number of pills. You simply need to figure out what your health and aging concerns are and target them specifically. Different supplements, minerals, foods, etc., affect different concerns. Do your homework and learn what items you can add to your diet to address your concerns. Once you have your body chemistry figured out and what things you can add to your intake that will enhance your body chemistry, stick with them. If you are going on and off the supplements, etc., this will not do much to help you keep yourself in good health.

Studies have shown that ‘free radicals’ and ‘oxidation’ in the human body are responsible for many problems associated with aging. There are many different substances and supplements on the market today that are geared specifically at attacking at free radicals. Many vitamins are natural antioxidants, such as vitamins E, C, B and many others. There are also many minerals that serve as natural antioxidants; again, what you take will vary a great deal, depending on your body chemistry.

It will also depend greatly on your vegetable and grain intake as many of these products are jam packed with natural antioxidants. If possible, when buying produce, buy organically raised. This will keep from subjecting you to chemicals your body isn’t looking for. When you are buying vegetables, stick with the brightly colored ones, as they have the most to offer you. . Produce such as iceburg lettuce is very basically water held together by fiber, it has next to no taste and it has nothing to offer your body, in fact it turns into a nasty slime in your system.

Just as free radicals are your enemy inside your body, they are also your enemy on your body surface. Add to that, the environmental impact on the surface of your body and you have another area needing extra attention. Look for creams, salves, shampoos and such that contain idebenone, green tea, pomegranate and coffeeberry. All of these substances have been proven to help reduce the affects of the environment on body surfaces. Just as you shouldn’t be putting chemicals inside your body, you also shouldn’t be putting them on the surface of your body. The rule of thumb should be, if you can’t put it in your body don’t put it on the surface. Just as your skin can pull water from your body in the form of sweat, so the chemicals you put on the surface of your skin can affect not only your skin, but the flesh beneath it and throughout your body.

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Improve Your Diet, Improve Your Hair

Jun 24

Posted by mreed in Hair Care | 1 Comment

diet-improve-hairMy hair does not grow. I am serious about it. I spend 50 dollars every 2 months on the “best” hair supplements you can buy to stimulate hair growth. If I am honest, the only results I really see from the pills are growth in my nails. However, I am paranoid to quit the pills because I do not want my hair to get worse. Do not get me wrong – it is not that my hair is bad. It is just that I do not have those beautiful long locks that I would love. My hair is very fine, not too thick, and it seems to stop growing a few inches below my shoulders.

Since the b-carotene from the pills does not seem to be doing the trick, I have realized that maybe something else is off. I use good hair products – the best you can buy, so I know that my products are not causing the issue. The problem might lie in my diet.

It makes sense that just like we take care of our bodies we must also take care of our hair. However, we often forget the “diet” factor that is involved in the health of our hair. It is not enough to simply use good products. In fact, for your hair to stay healthy, it needs a proper diet.

One of the most important things that you can keep in mind for your hair is adding high quality antioxidant foods to your diet. This means you need to make sure that you eat enough fruits and vegetables. These foods are loaded with antioxidants that give your hair the nutrition it needs to remain healthy. Also, eat foods with whole grains for minerals and vitamins. And, lean protein will help you get the iron you need to keep your hair healthy.

If you are not drinking enough water, you will find that your hair will be dry and dull. Drink water to keep your hair hydrated and silky. Aim to drink 10 glasses per day.

Also, if body is an issue for your hair, the fiber from fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes will be great to help with that issue.

The point is, when it comes to your hair, it is important that you focus on more than just products and supplements. Eating healthy is vital to the health of your hair and will make a tremendous difference on the overall appearance of your hair.

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