As we age, our bodies go through a variety of changes that can be difficult to manage. From muscle loss to wrinkles, it can be hard to keep up with the effects of aging. Fortunately, experts from King's College London have discovered a genetic signature of about 150 genes that can evaluate the human aging process. This means that there are ways to reverse the aging process and keep your body looking and feeling young.
One way to reverse aging is to measure telomeres, which are the protective covers found at the ends of chromosomes, similar to the plastic tips of shoelaces. After age 40, you can lose eight percent of your muscle mass every decade, which slows down your metabolism and weakens your body. To combat this, it's important to start consolidating good habits early on. Research from the National Center for Global Health and Medicine in Japan suggested that a traditional Japanese diet rich in fish rich in omega 3 produces a 15 percent lower mortality rate.
Additionally, a study published in the British Journal Of Nutrition suggested that switching to a Mediterranean-style diet with fish, vegetables, whole grains and unrefined carbohydrates, even later in life, reduces all-cause mortality by 25 percent. For an antioxidant boost, try their body-boosting green smoothie, made with three handfuls of kale, two celery sticks, two apples, ¼ avocado, 1 teaspoon of ground flaxseed and water. A study published in Biological Psychiatry found that lack of sleep increased inflammatory markers related to cardiovascular disease, hypertension and type 2 diabetes, while a US study suggested that people who sleep less than five hours a night had an “excess of heart” 5.1 years older than their real age. To ensure you get enough restful sleep each night, make sure you have a consistent bedtime routine and avoid screens before bedtime. Protecting your skin from the sun is also essential for reversing aging. Whether it's spending a day at the beach or running errands, sun protection is essential.
You can protect your skin by seeking shade, covering yourself with clothing that protects you from the sun, such as a lightweight long-sleeved shirt, pants, a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses with UV protection, and using a broad-spectrum sunscreen, SPF 30 (or higher) and water resistant. You should apply sunscreen every day to all skin that is not covered by clothing. For more effective protection, look for clothing with an ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) label. It's also important to avoid tanning beds or other indoor tanning equipment as they emit harmful UV rays that accelerate how quickly your skin ages. Instead of tanning in the sun or in a tanning bed, opt for self-tanner products for a safe way to get a sun-kissed glow. Finally, smoking greatly accelerates how fast your skin ages.
It causes wrinkles and a pale, dull complexion. To reverse aging caused by smoking it's important to quit as soon as possible. Many studies show that it is possible to reverse aging in humans through lifestyle changes and supplements. Other studies show that lifestyle interventions such as diet, exercise and supplements can reverse aging as measured by epigenetic clocks.
