Friday, June 28, 2013

7 Tips For Younger Looking Skin

7 Tips For Younger Looking Skin 
 

  
I think it's fair to say that most health-conscious people are concerned
with the condition of their major organs.

After all, you wouldn't get too far if your heart gave out suddenly. Your body couldn't function without your brain. If your liver shut down? Well, so would you. Pretty quickly. Without your lungs working, breathing wouldn't be in your future. Neither would living.
But there's one organ that most people don't think too much about..
It's your largest organ, comprises about 7% of your total body weight and is also your protective barrier from all kinds of dangers around you...
It's your skin.
And when you understand ALL that it does for you, you realize how vital it is to take care of your humble integumentary system.
So let's take a quick look at...
The "skinny" on your skin
Believe it or not, you shed millions of skin cells each day through washing and abrasion (rubbing). Much of the "dust" on your furniture and in your house is actually dead skin cells!
These cells are born in the second layer of your skin (called the dermis) and work their way up to the surface (your epidermis) by which time they're dead.
As you shed the dead cells, new ones appear right away to take their place. As a matter of fact, you "grow" a new epidermis every 5-7 weeks.
Besides keeping your innards all "packaged up," your skin has several important jobs to do.
First and foremost, it's your waterproof "shield" to harmful substances around you. Although it gets wrinkly if you're in the tub too long, it leaves very few opportunities for bacteria or other toxins to get in.
The biggest exception to that are substances like toxic heavy metals -- especially lead and mercury. They can penetrate the skin and get into your bloodstream, so don't touch them under ANY circumstances.
 

Exterior door and SO much more
In addition to being your body's "exterior door" your skin also serves these impressive functions:
1- Chemical reaction
Your skin has more than 2 million sweat glands! And there's a very good reason for this.
Secretions like sweat and oil make your skin's surface slightly acidic. This keeps any bacteria that might be on your skin surface from multiplying too fast and posing a danger.
And melanin (your skin's pigment) forms a strong shield against UV radiation.
 

2- Call to action
Although the majority of your immune system is in your gut, immune cells called macrophages live in the epidermis--the outer layer of your skin.
Macrophages quietly wait in your skin for a "call to action." If bacteria or viruses enter your skin through a cut or tear, the macrophages launch an attack, engulfing and destroying the invader.
 

3- Turn up the heat -- or cool it down
Your skin also has a sophisticated system to control your body temperature.
To cool you down, it releases sweat. That's why it's so important to sweat when you exercise--to prevent getting overheated.
So if you're one of those people who "hates to sweat" when you exercise, get over that right now. It's your body taking care of itself.
In cold temperatures, the blood vessels in your skin constrict to retain more heat inside and keep you warm, and you get goose bumps as a result.
 

4- Danger, Will Robinson!
Because it contains nerves, your skin responds to stimuli like tickles, bumps, pressure, pain and temperature.
This information races to your brain, which immediately figures out if it's dangerous or not and how to respond.
If a tickle comes from an ant crawling on your arm, you simply brush it off. But if you touch a hot pan, well, you yank your hand away at the speed of light.
 

5- The sunshine vitamin
Your skin is also part of your body's team for the manufacturing of Vitamin D.
Sunlight penetrates your epidermis and causes changes in some of your body's cholesterol, which eventually is formed into Vitamin D.
That's why cholesterol is not actually the "demon" that people make it out to be. You NEED it to make Vitamin D, and your body needs Vitamin D to absorb calcium and keep your bones healthy.
 

6- Another organ of detox
Although your liver is your main organ of detox, your skin is no slouch either.
It excretes certain kinds of nitrogen-containing waste products like ammonia and urea.
It also helps detoxify some heavy metals from your body by attaching them to sulfur atoms and sticking them onto your hair shafts.
 

7- Cancer & wrinkle protection
Your skin produces various types of enzymes, some of which destroy cancer-causing chemicals before they can harm your cells.
Others help get rid of old collagen (proteins in your dermis which keep the skin strong and smooth), so that new collagen can grow. When these enzymes are healthy and working properly, you are less likely to develop wrinkles!
 

Now that you have a better idea of ALL that your skin does for you, doesn't it make sense to do what you can to help keep it healthy?
The good news is, that's easily done.
Here are 7 "Skin Saving Strategies" to help keep your "outer layer" strong, healthy and even more youthful:
1) Get your antioxidants
Make sure you take in sources of antioxidants including Vitamins A, C and E, as well as minerals like selenium and zinc.
Not only do these key nutrients help prevent free-radical damage to your skin cells, but they're also essential for wound repair and healing.
Having a healthy diet and eating a variety of different colored fruits and vegetables will help provide the skin-loving nutrients you need (more on that below).
And if you're noticing little lines and wrinkles already on your face, Vitamin C cream can help.
Studies suggest that Vitamin C applied externally to the skin may help stimulate the growth of new collagen.
And applying Vitamin C cream to your face can help plump up wrinkles, restore skin tone and fill in small lines, giving you a more youthful, radiant appearance.
Look for creams that contain a 10% concentration of Vitamin C. I use Avalon Organics, but there are many great ones out there.
 

2) Remember the Omega-3s
You need good levels of Omega-3 essential fatty acids to maintain healthy cell membranes and reduce the production of inflammation-causing chemical that can irritate skin tissues (and age you).
Unfortunately, our typical diets are grossly lacking in Omega-3 EFAs. While they're abundant in many fish, most people don't eat fish 7 days a week...so most of us are low in Omega-3 EFAs.
That's why an Omega 3 formulas like VitalMega-3 are vital for so many people.
VitalMega-3 gives your skin a healthy daily dose of the EPA and DHA that are highly recommended by most experts.
Not only will it benefit your skin, but studies show Omega-3 EFAs are also helpful against excess cholesterol, joint aches and pains, brain health and even high blood pressure!
 

3) Drink water
Your body needs water from head to toe, and that especially includes your skin.
Water provides natural moisture and carries needed nutrients to your skin, and it sweeps away waste products, both of which in turn help keep your skin smooth and clear.
There are a variety of factors that affect how much water the average person needs (including exercise level and the amount of natural water you get from your foods), but a good place to start is to drink at least 5-8 glasses a day.
An easy way to tell if you're drinking enough water is to look in the toilet bowl. Your urine should be relatively clear and very light yellow. If it's more opaque and dark yellow (at any time other than first thing in the morning), chances are excellent you need more water.
 

4) Quit smoking
Nothing will destroy your skin and age you faster than smoking--NOTHING.
Experts say smoking accelerates the normal aging process of your skin, contributing to wrinkles. These skin changes can occur after only 10 years of smoking and are IRREVERSIBLE.
Smoking causes narrowing of the blood vessels in the outermost layers of your skin. This impairs blood flow to the skin, robbing it of oxygen and important nutrients, such as vitamin A.
Smoking also damages collagen and elastin - the fibers that give your skin its strength and elasticity. As a result, your skin begins to sag and wrinkle prematurely.
Quitting cold turkey isn't for everyone. There are loads of stop smoking aids and programs out there, so there are no excuses. Do it NOW.
5) Have some Italian food!
A recent study conducted at the Poona College of Pharmacy in Maharashtra, India, reported that basil protects you from premature aging.
The flavonoids in basil inhibit free radicals from causing damage to your body--including premature aging of your skin.
And this is nothing new. Basil has been utilized in Ayurvedic medicine for hundreds of years, therefore its healthy effects have been recognized for a long time.
So go ahead and enjoy your favorite Italian dish--or try this yummy recipe for a refreshing salad making the most out of delicious summer tomatoes:

Caprese Salad
Serves: 6-8

3 large vine ripened tomatoes
1/2 lb. fresh Mozzarella cheese
12 large fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste

Halve the tomatoes then cut into thin slices 1/4 inch thick. Slice the Mozzarella into 1/2 inch thick rounds. Cut the basil leaves into thin strips.
On a serving platter, alternate tomato and Mozzarella slices, overlapping slightly. Drizzle with the olive oil and Balsamic vinegar, and then sprinkle with the shredded basil. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper and serve at once.
 

6) Getcher fiber
We all know fiber is good for keeping things, er, "regular" down there. But it also helps your skin.
You see, fiber binds with toxins in your bowel and eliminates them from your body. If these toxins don't get eliminated and instead enter your bloodstream, they can penetrate skin cells and cause irritation, rashes, itching and more.
Getting all the fiber you need is easy...see the all-important step 5 below:
 

7) Eat to keep your pH slightly alkaline
ALL of your organs, bones and tissues work ideally in an alkaline environment--in other words, when you have a slightly alkaline pH.
That includes your biggest organ--your skin.
And like the rest of your body, your skin MUST get the nutrients and antioxidants it needs (like I mentioned above) to look and stay healthy.
If you exist on mainly processed food, fast food, soda or meal combinations that create an acid pH in your system, trust me, you can practically count on a lousy complexion, poor skin tone, skin problems and looking far older than your years.
Plus, a poor diet typically lacks needed fiber and impairs nutrient absorption--which will further rob your skin of what it needs and will open the door for skin-harming toxins to be absorbed.
To have great skin (and health in all your other organs too), you HAVE to eat the foods that give your body the nutrients and fiber it needs and keep acid wastes low.
Vegetables. Fruits. Lean meats and fish. Water. Nuts and healthy oils. Whole grains. All in combinations that are easy for your body to digest.
And that is what you will learn to do when you use the Great Taste No Pain system.
The GTNP manuals explain the health price that you pay with a junk food/acid-creating diet--you will be shocked to see all the ways your diet choices affect your health (including your skin).
They also show you the exact foods to eat (and which ones to pair together) for better digestion and elimination of acid wastes.
The recipe book makes eating right tasty for the tongue too. It's loaded with easy, delicious recipes that will soon become your favorites.
And if you have gluten issues, no worries. Great Taste No Gluten will give you all the same food pairing information as Great Taste No Pain, plus you'll get a collection of scrumptious gluten free recipes.
Get the system that's right for you and use it.
 

Take care of your largest organ--your skin--and it will say thank you with strong protection again dangers and quite likely a more youthful appearance!
To your health,
Sherry Brescia
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PPS: Jeane's skin looks better plus a whole lot more!
Sherry,
I found your website while searching for information for a friend whose son has colitis. I suffered greatly with ulcerative colitis myself from the time I was diagnosed at age 16 till I was 35.
Miraculously my problems went away--doctors could not explain it and I didn't really change my eating habits at that time, one doctor said I "grew" out of it. Considering how sick I'd been over the years, I really didn't question it. I was just thrilled to no longer be plagued with such a debilitating problem.
I'm now 59 and thought I was eating healthy until I starting reading the info I found on your site. It intrigued me so much that I had to follow your plan immediately.
I'm so amazed at your research and findings, how simple, sound and perfectly logical your advise is. And most importantly, I wonder WHY this information has not been made available to the masses as it's life changing!
Didn't take long to figure that one out--it's the almighty dollar. Drug companies would go broke if the masses combined foods correctly and no longer needed the trillions of dollars worth of drugs they produce to "cure" the complications of eating incorrectly! Sad, isn't it?
I'm SO thankful I found your website and now follow your plan. What a difference it's made in how I feel!
I sleep better, have more energy, my skin looks better, my hair is silky, AND as care taker for my 87 yr old Mom, she too is reaping the benefits of "Great Taste No Pain".
Thanks Sherry, you ARE a life saver in the true sense of the word!
Jeane
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