Beauty Tips For Body Care
I think it’s been said enough that stress, sun damage, smoking, etc can all lead to aging. But at the core root of this involves our telomeres. Telomeres, Otherwise known as our biological age, are the caps at the end of DNA protecting our chromosomes. As we age, these tend to shorten. We typically start off with telomeres that are 8,000- 10,000 nucleotides long. Genetics play a factor in how long your telomeres are to begin with. Contributing up to 30-40% of their length. Chronic maternal stress can even contribute to a child’s telomere length being shorter. As well as childhood stress/trauma.Our cells replenish by copying themselves. Each time this happens, telomeres shorten. When they get too short to continue their function, our cells age and stop working properly. They are essentially the aging clock of every cell.When we are under chronic stress, poor lifestyle habits like drinking/smoking, or other poor lifestyle habits, we experience internal inflammation. This speeds up the process of telomere shortening, making you age faster. Our telomere length, which is affected by various lifestyles, determines our lifespan, rate of aging, and overall health. It is the core of it all!Possibilities to lengthen?Along with the basics- no alcohol, sun care, limited stress, exercising, etc. there are a few other interesting options to look into.Nutritioncan significantly reduce impact on telomeres. Mainly ones rich in antioxidants.Omega-3’s/fish oil pills- biggest one!Nuts/legumes/vegetables/fruit/ whole grains.Seaweed and green tea (high antioxidants)Exercise/maintain healthy weightVitamin D - largely contributes to healthy telomeres.TA-65This one is controversial so I would suggest doing some research yourselves as there’s a bit of criticism but I thought I’d put it here anywaysA plant based compound from the herb astragalus which allegedly can help maintain or rebuild telomeres. This activates an enzyme called telomerase. Which helps slow down telomere shortening or POSSIBLY reverse damage.Standford studyTo be short, Researches at Standford have developed a new procedure to lengthen telomeres by up to 10%. They’ve effectively increased the number of times a cell can divide. Unfortunately the results only lasted 48 hours until the telomeres began to shorten again with each cell division. This is still a great stride to unlocking a “fountain of youth” though, and could mean great possibilities in the future for those with degenerative diseases/ genetic conditions!Side note: I got into telomeres when I took an integrated behavioral health class and learned more through various others after. As far as skincare lines go, I have researched a bit into Dr. Perricone and have read some of his books as he talks a lot about internal inflammation, telomere shortening, etc. all related to aging. I don’t think a lot of other skincare lines really go into such depth or offer what his does in terms of knowledge on that biological level. I like to use skincare that I believe in. While it’s expensive, I love the idea of his neuropeptide line and the DMAE products really peeked my interest. He creates supplement lines as well to reduce inflammation but I have not tried them yet. I don’t ever see much hype about him but I’m hoping more will get a chance to at least read a book of his, he’s an incredibly knowledgeable man!Aging starts at the cellular level and ends there. Take care of your bodies internally, that damage will soon reflect externally.I’m no expert so if you have anything you’d like to add or have some criticism please feel free to add!
Girls Blog 2015
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