By the time we reach the middle 30s and 40s, most of us start to realize that we have not taken
enough care of ourselves. Some of the signs of aging include decreased libido and energy, achy
joints, a change in vision, difficulty sleeping, and weight gain. Our skin also takes strain as wel
get older.
‘Overdoing it’ can eventually catch up with you. There are many factors that can affect your
aging process, such as alcohol, tobacco, and sun exposure. However, by taking the necessary
steps to maintain a healthy lifestyle and keeping your youthful energy, you can keep your body
and sex drive well maintained for a long time.
There’s never too late to start a new path in life, and it’s never too early to start looking for ways
to improve yourself. These five lifestyle changes can help slow down the aging process.
Consume Good Fats
Although fats were once considered harmful to health, they are now known to be essential for
our well-being. Some of the highest quality fats that can be found in our diet include olive oil,
coconut oil, avocados, wild salmon, seeds, and nuts. However, avoid vegetable oils such as
sunflower oil, corn oil, and refined canola oil, which are high in omega-6 fats and can increase
inflammation in the body.
Good fats can help boost metabolism, improve cognition, and support positive mood. They can
also help the skin and eyes feel fresh and dry.
Consume fruits and veggies
Fruits and vegetables are rich in nutrients that support healthy skin and eye health. They also
contain vitamin C and are ideal for keeping the skin looking fresh.Fruits and vegetables are also
high in fiber, which helps us maintain a healthy weight and eliminate toxins from our bodies.
Get moving
Although there are many benefits to it, endurance training can help speed up the aging process.
It can also help maintain a healthy body weight and improve mood. However there are a variety
of forms of exercise such as walking, swimming, dancing, and yoga can help people improve
their health and keep their minds sharp, whilst slowing down the aging process rather than
speeding it up..
You’re sweet enough
Ditch the sugar! When glucose interacts with fats and proteins in the body, it creates advanced
glycation end products, which are known to cause inflammation and are linked to various
chronic diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease and diabetes. The rise in sugar levels can lead to
these degenerative conditions. Lose the sugar and slow the aging process down entirely.
Stop smoking
This one is pretty self explanatory. Smoking is harmful and speeds up the aging process
dramatically. If you want to see the damage caused by smoking, just observe someone who has
been smoking for twenty years. You’ll be able to see the damage that’s been done to the body
but only on the outside – what’s worse is the damage we can’t see inside the body. Quit before it
is too late to slow that process down.