On January 25, the website of the Spanish newspaper Abezai published an article titled "If you don't want to look too old, don't do these things", the full text of which is excerpted as follows:
Getting old is part of our lives, but you can age as well as Brad Pitt and George Clooney. Genetics is important, but lifestyle is even more important. According to experts, the latter is responsible for 80% of the causes of skin aging. If you don't want to appear older than you really are, you should avoid the following:
Neglect skin care
Skin that often remains moist ages more slowly than dry and dehydrated skin. Therefore, the first thing you should avoid is to neglect the daily skin care.
The skin on the face is where we are exposed the most, and therefore the place that needs the most care. Dermatologist Pedro Rodriguez said: "The most basic thing is to wash your face morning and evening. Sunscreen should be used after washing your face in the morning. After washing your face in the evening, you should apply a cream that targets your skin type as needed. In addition to the basic facial treatment, you can add a serum, a mask, and a weekly exfoliation. In the care of the body's skin, gentle soaps and shower gels that do not dry out the skin should be chosen, and the ideal way is to fully moisturize the skin after showering. ”
Lack of sleep, poor quality
Maintaining a good night's sleep is essential for human health, relaxation and good mood, while also making people look younger. Lack of sleep and poor sleep can cause dark circles and eye bags, which are the two major problems that age the area around the eyes.
In addition, if you don't sleep well, your skin will age faster. Because when we are sleeping, the skin regenerates and produces collagen, which is essential for the elasticity and structure of the skin. If we don't get enough rest, the skin will thin and lose its firmness and radiance.
No focus on dental care
White and bright teeth are one of the signs of youth. Therefore, if you don't want to look very old, you must take good care of your teeth. Despite certain genetic factors, environmental conditions and bad habits are the main causes of oral problems at any age. In fact, 70% of dental problems are caused by bad habits, and the remaining 30% are caused by genetic factors.
To this end, experts recommend that people go to the dentist once a year, brush their teeth and tongue at least twice a day, use floss and mouthwash after brushing, and eat less sweets.
Get used to sitting for a long time
You should do some exercise regularly, or at least take a walk once a day, which can help you stay healthy. Since it is easy to gain weight and metabolism slows down as we age, exercise helps keep muscles, bones and joints young and prevents cardiovascular disease. According to the World Health Organization, if you rarely participate in sports, doing at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise a week will be very effective.
Eat too much candy
Experts point out that the main enemy of premature skin aging is sugar. Refined sugars, in particular, produce a process in our cells called glycation, which hinders cellular function. Therefore, experts recommend limiting the intake of sweets and sugars (do not ignore the sugars contained in many beverages such as fruit juices) as well as the intake of processed foods and alcohol. A balanced and diverse diet rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and trace elements will help people slow down aging and control weight.
Source: Reference News Network