Products that help slow aging

Everyone knows that lettuce are good for health, and the sweetness of the other way around. However, did you know that every age meet their specific products that support the health and youthfulness of your skin?

The specialists of the company Neal's Yard Remedies gathered knowledge about the influence of food on the health of the skin in a book titled "Beauty from within" ( "Eat Beautiful"), the secrets of which we share with you today.

20-30 years

At this age, our muscle mass is optimal, and the production of collagen and elastin are at maximum, maintaining skin elasticity and muscle relief. However, poor diet, alcohol and stressful lifestyle can cause stress the body and deprive it of essential nutrients.

What you need is: to get all the nutrients diversity eat enough high-quality protein from sources such as fish, chicken and legumes; whole grains to support the digestive system, as well as dark green and colorful vegetables and fruits to supply the body with antioxidants.

30-40

In this decade, slowing down the reproduction of cells and the synthesis of collagen, resulting in skin gradually becomes thinner and the muscles begin to lose their tone. Production of sebum and gradually slows down, the skin becomes drier and more susceptible to inflammation. It weakens the metabolic rate, and you can type a few extra kilos. What you need is: Now the skin is necessary fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidants and vitamin C. Foods such as citrus fruits, dark greens and pepper will help to increase collagen production and improve elasticity.

40-50 years

Collagen production continues to slow down and elasticity of the skin decreases. Reduced working capacity of the lymphatic system, which complicates the removal of toxins and causes swelling. Starts to decrease estrogen levels, resulting in the skin becomes drier and less dense. In a pigmented spots may appear accumulated effect of sunlight.

What to eat: More fresh vegetables rich in antioxidants for detoxification and moisturizing. Major dietary fats derived from fatty fish, nuts and seeds, also contribute to the retention of moisture. Foods that contain phytoestrogens (eg, fermented soybeans, lentils, chickpeas, flaxseed), will help to balance hormones.

50-60 years

First, on the skin of the hands, and then to the whole body, begin to appear dark spots. Skin cells are now produced 30% less natural moisture, because of which the skin becomes dry and droops, thin tightened and scaly. Age hormonal shift in women leads to disruption of functions of the skin and loss of elasticity.

What to eat: Healthy proteins, colorful fruits and vegetables help to balance blood sugar and hormones. In particular, rich in beta-carotene, yellow and red vegetables contribute to the growth of new skin cells.

60-70 years

The connective tissues of the body age, causing the skin continues to lose its elasticity and sags on the forearms and thighs. Reduced overall muscle mass. Circulation slows down considerably, thereby skin loses its brightness becomes dull.

What you need is: Continue to eat healthy proteins and take care of the source of vitamin D (beans, eggs, oily fish). To preserve the health of all important antioxidants are derived from fresh fruits and vegetables.

What should be avoided at any age:

Saturated fats, refined oils and semi-finished products contain free radicals accelerate aging, but just abandon the fat is not necessary, as this may cause skin overdrying.

Refined carbohydrates, including refined sugar and white flour, can lead to jumps in blood sugar and insulin in the blood, which causes sodium retention in the kidneys.

All this in combination with the high content of the pure salt in the finished product promotes fluid retention and edema formation.