Truth be told, every mature woman has a desire to maintain beautiful and youthful skin as she ages. To stay forever young isn’t about finding the long-sought-after fountain of youth, but rather finding ways to support your body, health, and skin to get to the highest potential. 

Below are 5 simple ways to help you maintain youthful and glowing skin as you age.

1) Whole Food Plant-Based Eating

One of the best anti-aging miracles is right in front of you – it is the plate of food you choose to eat every single day. A diet that is focused on plants is one of the greatest anti-aging 'potions.'  Specifically, a whole food plant-based diet is rich in antioxidants, nutrients, vitamins, minerals, and water.  This way of eating not only supports your health in general but is also particularly great for aiding the collagen and other supportive proteins in your skin.  This then contributes to your skin looking more firm, plump, youthful, and less wrinkly. 

Get the ebook here on101 Practices to TRANSFORM Your Health and Life where you can learn more about whole food plant-based eating along with other ways of transforming your health. 

2) Getting adequate rest

People who are sleep-deprived can look many years older than their true age. Insomnia can be one of the challenges of aging and is a common symptom in women experiencing menopause.  Poor sleep not only has serious cardiovascular and neurological health consequences but the effects can be seen in the form of aging skin. To combat insomnia, follow simple tips such as being intentional about setting up sleep rituals before bed in order to train your body and brain for sleep, going to bed and waking up at the same time every day, avoiding caffeinated beverages at least 5 hours before sleep, avoid eating heavy meals 3 hours before sleep, keep the room cool and dark, ditch the smartphones or TV which are known to affect your melatonin levels, try to go to bed by 10 pm to take advantage of the higher melatonin levels between 10 pm and 2 am, and avoid doing work in bed. 

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3) Moringa

The secret is out! Moringa, one of the most nutrient-dense plants on earth, has been shown to have many health benefits, one of which is to help nourish hair and skin.  Moringa leaves are rich in minerals, vitamins, and other essential phytochemicals. In particular, Moringa is high in vitamin A, vitamin B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B-6 folate, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), calcium, potassium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and zinc. Not only is Moringa consumed internally but some of the best skin and body care products are made with Moringa.

4) Hydration

Drinking water helps your skin and your entire body. The amount of water that is best for you is based on your individual needs and may be affected by underlying medical issues, so check with your doctor. Once cleared, keep yourself hydrated by setting up reminders on your smartphone, and avoid drinking sodas or sugary beverages. 

5) Avoid Smoking

You should avoid smoking, including second-hand smoke because smoking is dangerous for your overall health.  In addition to that, smoking breaks down collagen and accelerates the aging of your skin. If you currently smoke, work with your primary care doctor to access resources to help you stop smoking or to get registered in a smoking cessation program.

When someone meets you, the first thing they see is your skin.  Your skin is also the largest organ and is exposed to all the elements and will need specific intervention to maintain its beauty.  Follow these 5 simple tips to keep your skin youthful.

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Dr. Diane Thompson, MD is board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with a subspecialty in Brain Injury Medicine. She is also board-certified in Lifestyle Medicine and Age Management Medicine and a certified health coach who helps women over 50 use Lifestyle Medicine and longevity science to reverse and help control chronic diseases and age healthfully. She is the author of this Amazon bestseller.

Disclosure:  The information presented is for educational purposes and is not meant for diagnosis or treatment. No physician-patient relationship is intended. Discuss with your physician prior to making any changes to your health. Some of the links in this blog may be affiliate links, which are of no additional cost to you and allow me to keep the content free. These are products I’ve personally used.

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