What if your next biological age test tells you that your biological age is too high? If only biological aging was like an unwanted visitor in our lives. Then, all we would have to do was close the door, turn off the lights, and then wait for them to leave. But this is not the way aging works, unfortunately. Aging is something that is always happening in our bodies, from the time we arrive on the planet. However, this does not mean we need to simply give up and assume that aging is completely out of our control. There are ways in which we can put up barriers to the aging process, slowing it down as much as possible – while feeling great at the same time.
Keeping Out the Sun Slows Down Biological Aging
One of the easiest ways to stop the signs of biololgical aging on your skin is to use sunscreen each and every day. Even when it’s cloudy, the sun is still shining outside, so sunscreen is essential then too. Only when it’s nighttime is the sun not impacting your skin in some way. There are harmful UVB and UVA rays which can cause the skin to mutate, which can lead to not only sun damage like wrinkles and lines, but also it can increase your risk of skin cancers. By applying about one ounce of sunscreen to your body each time you’re heading out into the sun (on the exposed areas), then you can keep that sunlight from aging your skin.
Blocking Free Radicals Helps Lower Biological Age
In the air right now are free radicals which are created through pollution. These free radicals cause the skin to age, but they can also create damage in the internal organs. Since these particles can enter into the skin, they can begin to saturate the body and cause the aging process to become quicker. While pollution may not be something you can avoid, you can stop the damage by eating more antioxidant foods, like citrus fruits. This way, they can stop the free radicals from damaging your skin and create havoc in your body. Supplements can also be helpful when fruit isn’t available. Look for Vitamin C, especially, to add to your diet. That would make a definite improvement on your biological age.
Choosing a Positive Attitude Make You Feel Biologically Younger
The way you feel about your life can impact the way you age. If you have and cultivate a positive attitude, you are more likely to stay younger for longer. This positive attitude will work as a barrier against disease, damage, and even fatigue. Choosing right now to look for the bright side of life is the best way to keep the unwanted visitor of aging away from your life.
You can stop the process of aging or at least minimize it by realizing what can damage your body inside and out. With just a few minor lifestyle adjustments, you will begin to feel as though you are a kid again – and you’ll look the part too.
