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Since a long time ago, it was observed that smoking is bad not only for health but it also damages the skin. Over time, people have become more aware that smoking is bad because the effects were very evident among chronic smokers. Some of the effects include premature lines and folds coming from the corner of the eyes to the zygomatic are. Although this is a natural aging process, smoking accelerates this process. Smoking causes the skin to have dry and leathery appearance, haggard appearance and more.
The aging process is accelerated though a cigarette's ingredients. Nicotine acts as vasoconstrictor (one that constricts the blood vessels) and thus inhibits the smooth and easy flow of oxygen and nutrients to their destination. Besides that, Nicotine acts as a diuretic which reduces the moisture level of the body, hereby making it tough and dry overtime.
Carbon monoxide which is a harmful componet produced by smoking has a higher affinity to blood cells that oxygen. This reduces the amount of oxygen in the body.
Cigarettes also produce a large number of free radicals that attack healthy cells and damage normal body tissues. Smoking also reduces the amount of Vitamin A which is used a repair tool for the body. Collagen which is a protein that produces new and healthy skin is also significantly reduced through smoking.
Having a proper posture and sitting up straight while putting your shoulder back is very important for your health and appearance. You can look slimmer, taller and more confident just by having a proper posture. People who have a correct posture tend to look younger and healthier. Having a good posture can also give you an instant weight loss of 10 pounds.
A correct posture primarily puts muscles, joints, bones, and your organs to where they are supposed to sit. It reduces the risk of having back and neck problems, arthritis, and other pains. A proper one too can help prevent the spine from becoming abnormally fixed which can lead to fatigue, headaches, and some problems with organs and functioning. With a proper posture, one can also experience less strain because one wouldn't overuse his muscles.Stretching hourly and practicing the proper posture every hour can help strengthen the muscles that will be needed to hold the body erect.
It has been said that sex is the best form of exercise and a studies have indicated that elderly couples who are still sexually active look younger than those who enjoy it less often. Besides that, having regular sex tends to reduce the lines and wrinkles on your skin and the result is smoother and suppler skin. The main contributor of this is oxytocin which is a hormone that is released during sex that reduces stress.
Category: HealthStaying Young : How To Combat Aging Wisely was written by:Author:Jack LamAdded: Tue, 08 Jul 2008 15:18:47 -0400 This Article Has Been Read 109 times View all Jack Lam's articlesAbout the Author: Learn about Escaping Aging by visiting http://staying-young-tips.info, a popular website that provides free advice and tips on how to stay young. |
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