Heathy 365 News - 5 Reasons You Need To Take Anti-Aging Supplements

 

Healthy 365 News  Issue # 21 - Oct. 25, 2011 Receive daily tips from Dr. W  Update From Dr. Weaver Hello Readers, You are probably aware that people are living longer and longer and with more and more medical advances such as heart bypass surgery, angioplasties, and stents to name a few, there are more and more procedures available to save and prolong lives. But there is a problem.  These advances come with a cost and as health care dollars become more and more scarce, there could come a time when you face rationing of health care resources so that you have to wait your turn for these procedures because the health care system only has so many dollars available for treatment of the population. One other alternative you might want to consider is making lifestyle adjustments that would decrease the likelihood that you would need these new and more expensive procedures. One of the ways to do so is to add nutritional supplements to your regimen and help reduce the risk of a number of health concerns. The following information provides tips about anti-aging supplements which you should find useful. Dr. W Health Tip of the Week Anti-Aging Supplements- 5 Reasons You Need to Take Them Your skin reflects your inner well-being. As such, your anti-aging regime should start from the inside out. Begin by providing your body with nutrients that are known to slow the aging process, maintain overall good health and promote longevity. In the 1990s major studies were conducted on antioxidants and analysis of foods to determine their specific chemical makeup and their benefits to our health. What causes our bodies to age? To understand how supplements and antioxidants can reverse aging you must understand what aging really is. In short, it is caused by damaged cells. Every year our cells and immune system are exposed to chemicals, the environment and other harmful elements. The more exposure we get, the more damage we incur and the older we begin to look. Degenerative diseases (diseases of old age) such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, arthritis and Alzheimer's are often the result of the cumulative effects of life's stressors on our immune system, nervous system and our DNA. We are born with the ability to regenerate healthy cells to replace damaged ones at a fairly rapid rate. As we age, this ability slows and often becomes impaired. Often our metabolism becomes less effective so we may not absorb as much of the nutrients from our food as we did in our youth. As we age we also build up free radicals in our system. Free radicals are now linked to damage to our DNA leaving us open to the illnesses mentioned above. The introduction of antioxidants and anti-aging supplements to your diet can reverse this aging process by giving your cells additional nutrients specifically to aid them in repairing themselves at a more rapid rate as well as neutralizing the free radicals in our body. What are free radicals? Free radicals are the by-products of our exposure to pollution, smoking, chemicals and toxins found in cleaners and pesticides and a variety of other hazards we are exposed to every day of our lives. Even the oxygen we need to survive will create free radicals so it is impossible to completely prevent them from happening but we can stop the damage they do. Free radicals are unstable atoms and molecules that float around in our bodies and are responsible for aging, tissue damage and are often associated with degenerative diseases. They are unstable because they contain an odd number of electrons. Their main goal is to stabilize themselves. They do this by attaching to and stealing electrons from healthy cells. The cells they have stolen from now become free radicals themselves and this whole process will just continue to snowball until significant damage is done. According to the world renowned cell biologist, Dr Lester Packer, PhD, "Scientists now believe that free radicals are causal factors in nearly every known disease, from heart disease to arthritis to cancer to cataracts. In fact, free radicals are a major culprit in the aging process itself." What are antioxidants and how do they work? Antioxidants are vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals or plant chemicals found in fruits, vegetables and nuts. Generally speaking they are the chemicals that give plants their colors. Lutein makes corn yellow, lycopene makes tomatoes red, carotene makes carrots orange, resveratol makes grapes purple and anthocyanins make blueberries blue. Those fruits and vegetables that have the most color generally provide you with the most antioxidants. These phytochemicals are the substances that protect plants from the harsh effects of the sun, viruses, bacteria and fungal infections. When we eat these foods they provide the same protection for our bodies. Each phytochemical plays a different role in preventing disease so it is important to consume a wide variety of them for optimal effect. Antioxidants help to reduce free radicals by providing a ready supply of electrons they can bind to instead of your healthy cells. The more antioxidant rich foods and supplements you take in, the less unstable free radicals you will have floating around in your body causing damage. This results in a significant reduction in your risk of developing degenerative diseases, slowed aging and an increase in longevity. Which antioxidant supplements should you take? First you should aim for a balanced diet containing lots of antioxidant-rich foods such as: Vitamin C: oranges and grapefruit, red sweet peppers, kiwi, and strawberries Vitamin E: cereals, sunflower seeds, almonds, vegetable oil, turnip greens, tomato paste, and fish liver oil Lipoic acid: organ meats, broccoli, spinach, and extract of yeast Glutathione: asparagus, garlic, whey powder Carotene: sweet potatoes, carrots, cantaloupe, mango, apricots, chard, spinach, turnip and collard greens, and broccoli CoQ10: the skin of fresh mackerel and herring Polyphenol: all kinds of berries such as acai berries, blueberries and coffee berry as well as red or purple grapes, green tea, red wine, olive oil, and chocolate. Since the majority of us are fruit and vegetable challenged, taking supplements is a good way to ensure that you get lots of antioxidants in your diet in sufficient amounts on a daily basis. 5 reasons you need to take antioxidant or anti-aging supplements: Cancer and degenerative disease prevention Slow the aging process and increase longevity Reduce inflammatory diseases and improved joint health Preventing Alzheimer's disease and improved brain health Boosted immune system to prevent viruses Now that you know the reasons you should take anti-aging supplements, how should you get started? You could just go to the health food store and the super market and randomly pick and choose which would probably work to a certain degree.  Or you could get professional input and get a specialized program put together. If you are interested in the latter, CLICK HERE to get your personalized anti-aging supplements profile.  You will be forwarded a series of questions to answer and once the answers are reviewed, you will receive your individualized recommendations. Read Dr. Weaver's Latest Blog Posts How to Improve Your Health with the Power of Visualization Winter is Coming- Here Are 5 Ways to Protect Yourself From Illness Restore Your Health and Energy In Spite of Your Age

Restore Your Health and Energy In Spite of Your Age 

There is a saying that youth is wasted upon the young.  Ongoing research into the areas of health, wellness, and anti-aging might one day lead to a change in this statement so that perpetual youthful energy and vibrancy is still a possibility at any age.

While this might sound a little bit far fetched, it is becoming more and more of a possibility as each day goes by.  But, to tap into this realm of existence requires discipline, focused activity, with a specific purpose and target in mind.  So, I would like to ask you a question.

Is age starting to catch up with you?  Do you have less energy or vitality than you had when you were 5, 10, or 20 years younger?  Well if so, you don't have to feel like the Lone Ranger. 

As we age our body starts to not operate as well as it once did.  There are a lot of reasons for this.  Research into the aging process shows that metabolic changes take place within all of the cells of the body and a particular decrease is noticed in structures called "mitochondria" which are the energy reservoirs.  Muscle cells contain the highest concentration of mitochondria, especially cardiac muscle which is found in the heart.  While it is inevitable that these changes will take place, there are two things in particular you can do to make things better: follow a healthy diet or eating plan and exercise.

We'll start with exercise.  I know that most of us don't really always enjoy exercise; however there are fun ways that you can do it.  You can always grab an MP3 player and load up your favorite music or even an audio book and go for a walk.  It doesn't have to be a long walk in the beginning.  Just a walk around the block might be all you can do.  That's better than nothing though.

Perhaps for exercise you can find something that you like to do for fun.  For example, swimming is one of the best forms of exercise out there, working almost all parts of your body.  Simply getting out and playing a game can start you out with some exercise that is more enjoyable.  Get out and shoot some hoops with your kids or nephews or nieces.  Whatever you choose to do, try to get out and do it frequently and build a habit of doing some form of exercise.  Thirty minutes of exercise three days per week can have a big impact on your energy level as well as improve sleep habits, and how your body processes the food you eat.

When it comes to diet and eating healthy, there are lots of things to consider there as well.  Allergies are one of the biggest such as gluten sensitivity and lactose intolerance; the other consideration is whether or not you have a disease of some sort such as diabetes or high blood pressure.  If either of these is true, you need a little consultation before you make too many radical decisions in your eating habits.  This can be in the form of some good research online, or from your physician or a registered dietitian.

There are many foods out there which promote health and wellness.  For example, garlic has been known for centuries to have healing qualities.  Seek out vitamins that are high in fiber, vitamins and protein.  Beans, beans the musical fruit should be redone to read "beans, beans, the magical fruit."  Of course they're not really magical, but they offer great benefits nutritionally in the form of vitamins, protein and fiber.  Beans are definitely a food that you should add to your diet if you're not already.

Stay away from fried food and foods with a lot of fat.  These will clog up your arteries as well as excessive calories that can increase weight.  This, in turn, makes your body work harder to pump blood and will affect your stamina and cardiovascular health in general.  Sure you can eat these things, but like most things, do so in moderation or just occasionally.  Make sure to mix in some fresh fruits like a banana or blueberries with your breakfast.

The two areas of healthy diet and exercise are always a good place to start when it comes to health and wellness.  Used in combination with natural supplements, meditation, healthy relationships, and activities that fulfill your life purpose, diet and exercise will do almost everything you want.   

Do this regularly for at least 30 days and you will be sure to notice an increase in energy as your body becomes healthier. When so inspired, continue this as part of your plan for lifelong health and abundant energy.

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