Ways To Reduce Facial Wrinkles (II)

by Ms. CiCi

7. Don't smoke. Some of this research is still controversial. However, more and more studies are confirming that cigarette smoke ages the skin - mostly by releasing an enzyme that breaks down important components of the skin: collagen and elastin. Extensive sibling studies have been done and found the brother or sister who smoked tended to have skin that was more wrinkled and up to 40% thinner than the non-smoker. 8. Eat more fruits and vegetables. The key here are their antioxidant compounds. These compounds fight damage caused by free radicals (unstable molecules that can damage cells), which, in turn, helps skin look younger and more radiant, and protects against some effects of photoaging.

9. Don't squint. Get reading glasses. It is a known fact that any repetitive facial movement, such as squinting, overworks facial muscles, forming a groove beneath the skin's surface. This groove eventually becomes a wrinkle. Also important: Wear sunglasses. It will protect skin around the eyes from sun damage. It will also keep you from squinting.

10. Eat more fish, especially salmon and other cold-water fish. These kinds of fish are a great source of protein which is one of the building blocks of great skin. These fish are also an awesome source of an essential fatty acid known as omega-3. Essential fatty acids help nourish skin and keep it plump and youthful, helping to reduce wrinkles.

11. Eat more soy. So far, most of the proof has come from animal studies. However, research does show certain properties of soy may help protect or heal some of the sun's photoaging damage. In one recent human study, researchers reported that a soy-based supplement (other ingredients included fish protein along with extracts from white tea, grapeseed, and tomato, as well as several vitamins) improved skin's structure and firmness after just six months of use

12. Exchange your coffee for cocoa. In a 2006 study researchers found cocoa containing high levels of two dietary flavanols: epicatchin and catechin which protected skin from sun damage, improved circulation, affected hydratirculation to skin cells and made the skin look and feel smoother.

Here's to your good health! ~ Ms.CiCi ~ http://www.cici-online.com

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